Welcome to Lake Perris! - Lazy Daze Caravan Club
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Welcome to Lake Perris! January 2007 E-mail: [email protected] project is a team effort and by working together helps make the job less demanding for all involved. A big plus would be to have someone that attends the majority of the campouts in order to be familiar with what is going on and know who’s who. If you are interested in filling this vital position, or need more information before making a decision, please contact me ASAP, I will be happy to answer any question you may have. Other planned changes will be the addition of providing seminars related to the RV lifestyle. Bob Filler and Joe Gibbs have volunteered to explore the various possibilities to bring professionals to the outings to present interesting and important information that we all can relate to. I propose to have more club activities where we all get together to have fun-loving times as one big “family”. The Washer Toss Tournaments are prime examples of the fun we have when we all come together, as well as the BBQ’s, Pot-Luck Finger Food Feast’s and the dance band at Live Oak that was so much fun! Hopefully a couple of groups can get together to put on a club Pancake Breakfast? Or what about a Talent Show? Or how about a Pet Parade? Or a Chili Feed? Or Road Trivia? Or Name That Tune????? We did these activities in Cheyenne – why not here at our own caravans? There are so many things we can do to make the outings fun and interesting, but it takes volunteers to make it happen, this is your club and how enjoyable it is depends on the participation of its members. “I know this is one of the best RV Clubs around but there is always room for improvement and changes are good!” I value your in-put and your suggestions are positively always welcome and sought after. If you know of an activity that would benefit us all, please come see me and let’s see if we can make it work. I see 2007 as the year for changes, to create new interest, but more importantly to bring us together as the Lazy Daze Caravan Club first and the individual groups as a second big plus. Here’s to an exciting, revitalizing, and outstanding 2007! Once again we begin the New Year here at Lake Perris. I do hope you were able to get level! This is a wonderful place to come especially if it should rain (oops, I hope the rain gods didn’t hear that!!) The asphalt is a huge benefit to keep us from wallowing in mud, the nice concrete patios behind each rig with table and fire pit makes for an ideal gathering spot; not to mention the advantage of having electricity to keep us warm from January’s chilly weather. But.......one thing for sure; who ever designed the parking lay-out never had parked an RV before! As far as drainage being the reason for the uneven asphalt, Southern California rarely gets that much rain to warrant that much slope. It’s a fact, there are pros and cons to everything, and the pro here is that we do have a way of making things work. Some of you are real “masters of invention”! Thank goodness for an ample supply of leveling blocks! 2007 begins my fifth year as your Wagon Master and with it will come some changes. First and foremost – January 1st, Donna La Porte our Caravaner editor, informed me that this issue will be her last. It is imperative that a replacement be found! Because of the short notice, I will find the time and do the February and March issues, after that if someone doesn’t come forward there will be no Caravaner published! What a sad thing to have happen; breaking a 17 year custom when Bob & Darlene Holliday put together the first issue in March 1990. Since the beginning the Caravaner has always been our best form of communication, it’s not only entertaining but provides us with information that is helpful and keeps us in the know. It has evolved from a two page type-written paper to the beautifully laid-out document that you’re reading now. I would hope that there is someone that would be honored to carry on this important tradition. I am looking for someone that is; cleverly creative, computer savvy (knowledgeable in WORD) and is willing to assemble (not write) a 10-12 page edition for each caravan. We have a team of photographers that supply the necessary photos so picture taking is not a requirement. When compiled, it is then sent to me by e-mail, I then print the final copy and take it to the printer for publication. I feel this on-going Happy Caravanning Rosemary Webb, Your Wagon Master -1- A Message from Your Assistant Wagon Master They Ask Why I Like Retirement! Question: Welcome all to Lake Perris. Gary and I hope that you all had a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year. Our Christmas was very quiet which was quite nice. We were not the family hosts this year which engendered some feelings of loss, no house full of happy voices. I missed that. But, we celebrated with a special breakfast and read the paper leisurely before attacking our packages. I sat on one sofa, Gary on the other as we put each others gifts on the coffee table between us. After the oohs and ahhhs, we looked at each other and admitted that it was a hectic run to Christmas and there was a great sense of relief when it was over. It was wonderful. The day after Christmas our daughter and our youngest grandson from Idaho came for a long over due visit. The 6 year old ran us ragged. So much for thinking we are young enough to keep up! But you know what, we aren't! As he was taking his turn on the go carts for the 3rd. time, Gary and I sat and looked at each other and said, "We are that post card of the grandma and grandpa sitting on a bench watching their grandchildren play". What a picture! We had a good laugh. They went home all too soon and when they did it was time to usher in the New Year. After all these years, I've stopped making New Year's Resolutions. Have I ever managed to keep any of those I've made over the years? No. The newspapers however were full of the New Years Resolutions of others. I found myself reading them with interest, though none of them really applied to my life. Only one got my attention, a resolve not to sweat the small stuff. That is something I promise myself I will do every day with, I confess, mixed results. So much is small stuff. A good resolution for 2007, one I'm going to keep! Also, to watch my step!! Gary and I hope that the year ahead will be prosperous and a happy one for you. We are ready to venture forward to enjoy another year of life. I hope you are too. Be seeing you around. Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Linda Answer: How many days in a week? 6 Saturdays, 1 Sunday When is a retiree's bedtime? Three hours after he falls asleep on the couch. How many retirees to change a light bulb? Only one, but it might take all day. What's the biggest gripe of retirees? There is not enough time to get everything done. Why don't retirees mind being called Seniors? The term comes with a 10% percent discount. Among retirees what is considered formal attire? Tied shoes. Why do retirees count pennies? They are the only ones who have the time. What is the common term for someone who enjoys work and refuses to retire? NUTS! Why are retirees so slow to clean out the basement, attic or garage? They know that as soon as they do, one of their adult kids will want to store stuff there. What do retirees call a long lunch? Normal . What is the best way to describe retirement? The never ending Coffee Break. What's the biggest advantage of going back to school as a retiree? If you cut classes, no one calls your parents. Why does a retiree often say he doesn't miss work, but misses the people he used to work with? He is too polite to tell the whole truth. My favorite one: Question: Answer: -2- What do you do all week? Mon to Fri. Nothing, Sat & Sun I rest! “Help Wanted” Lazy Daze Caravaner Editor After 4 years as editor of the Caravaner I have come to the realization it is time to seek my replacement. My plate is full for 2007 due to upcoming work assignments, travel, and caring for my elderly mother. These activities preclude me from giving the newsletter the time and attention it has required of me in the past. I want to take this time to reminisce about the job I have enjoyed doing so very much. It gave me a reason to use or improve my computer program skills, including Word, slideshow software, and Photoshop. I introduced the concept of e-mailing the completed newsletters to Rosemary which was more efficient than using snail mail. Also by having the electronic file, Rosemary was also able to add last minute write-ups or make changes we may have missed. She then saved the files which can be used as templates eliminating the need for an incoming editor to start their first newsletter from scratch. I decided early on to make it as easy as possible for someone to take over because I wanted a safety net in the event I would be unable to do my job. Fortunately this occurred only once during my four years when Roger and I traveled to South America. It was comforting to know Rosemary was there to back me and a newsletter was always waiting for the caravaners when they attended the campouts. It is funny how changes come about in life. I remember my first digital camera (4 cameras ago). I was encouraged to learn how to use it by the many picture taking opportunities during the Caravans. I would send my pictures to Steve York, (editor at that time) and he published them in the Caravaner. I was impressed with the work Steve did and I remember envisioning myself doing his job. I knew I had the skills but I didn’t think I had the talent to do the great job he did, nor did I expect to have the opportunity. Lo and behold Steve resigned after 4 years. He and his friendly wife, Nancy, left the club after buying a beautiful SOB. I entered the editorial realm and decided I would “sink or swim”. After diving in head first I discovered the “water was just fine”. I am certain the excitement felt by me and by the editors before me for this job has been the reason the Caravaner has always been a paper we are proud of. I know we all dug deep into our beings to be creative and to add humor and interest to our newsletters. This job had a way of doing that to us. I believe the next editor will feel that way too. As editor, my love of taking pictures did not end. Another opportunity arose when Harry Edgecomb (a.k.a. Crabby) invited me to be his backup photographer. I was happy that he asked me, and proud to work with him. My saddest day as a Lazy Daze member came when Harry unexpectedly passed away. I miss his warm smile and kind soul. I often feel his spirit among us during pumpkin carving time and to this day I consider myself Harry’s backup photographer. You may have noticed that his picture graces the front page of every October issue of the Caravaner. This became a yearly tradition because I believe seeing his happy face brings a smile to those who knew him and fond memories of all that he did for us. I do hope this tradition continues. Another tradition I implemented was to place a picture of the beautiful 40 ft. Christmas tree on the front page of the Nov/Dec issue that Jeff and Jane Farwell brought to Live Oak every year. Jeff also passed away and I know many of us never want to forget the gift he gave. Do you remember following the path of lighted luminaries, while listening to Christmas music on the way to our beautiful tree, and to the tables full of delicious cookies and hot apple cider? Seeing the tree on the front page of the Caravaner helps us remember those special times and it is another tradition I hope is continued. My thanks go to the regular columnists for submitting their articles on time, for their interesting and informative topics, and to all contributors who have submitted stories and items of interest we love to read. I could dress up the Caravaner with clipart, pictures and humor but without you this newsletter would be pointless. A special thanks to those who have supported me, and for expressing your appreciation for my work. I can’t tell you how much your kind words have meant and helped me at times to get the job done. You made me want to put together a newsletter you would enjoy and I hope I achieved that goal. I thank my wonderful husband, Roger, for his endless patience during the many times I became dominated by my computer for hours and days at a time working on the Caravaner. I plan to continue as photographer for the club and to volunteer in other ways. Bob Filler and Gene Caulfield have accepted my request to be my backup photographers. I know you will have your awesome smiles ready for them because your smile is the polish that makes our newsletter shine. If you would like to be the next editor, please contact Rosemary Webb. I invite my replacement to get in touch with me if you have any questions. I am here for you to help in any way I can, so please do not hesitate to ask. You can e-mail me at [email protected]. -3- Donna FIRST TIMERS AT LIVE OAK Submitted by: Ron Von Soosten John & Anita Campbell Doug & Janet Baker Bill and Carolyn Weir Escondido,Ca Escondido, Ca Sisters, OR 2917 2918 2919 GOODWILL AMBASSADOR REPORT HORSESHOES! Submitted by: Mona Shaner These past several months’ sympathy cards have been sent to Francis Surbrook over the loss of her mother and Hazel Vetter for the loss of John. Also, June Honholt is recovering from heart valve surgery and the club has sent her a card. We had two tournaments at Live Oak, December 2006 Friday winners were: Marion Coddington & Eliot Shimer Saturday winners were: Marion Coddington & Don Ashley Those members who have a closer friendship with people who are having trying times might want to send your own personal message. Their addresses are listed in the latest roster and your cards and notes will aid in their recovery. GROUP PICTURES TAKEN AT THE 50TH CARAVAN ANNIVERSARY ARE AVAILABLE! If there is a member who is need of a remembrance from the club, please send me an email me listing their names. Would you like a copy of your group picture? If you are a Costco member you can order it by following the link below. Mona http://www.costcophotocenter.com/thumbnailshare/A lbumID=10781408/a=3605806/t_=3605806 or… Contact Donna at: [email protected] and I will be glad to order if for you. -4- Tech Talk Article 20 Vent Covers and Window Vents By: Terry Tanner My 2001 26 foot Lazy Daze Rear Bath has two standard vents and one vent with a powered Fantastic Fan. In windy conditions, the stock vent covers would “flutter”. I was also concerned about rain getting in through an open vent and I had mosquitoes, gnats, and small flies that could get through the stock screens. I installed Maxxair Roof Vent Covers that I purchased at Camping world. The Maxxair Roof Vent Covers install without drilling into the roof of the motorhome. The covers use four “L” shaped brackets to attach the cover to the vent. The “short leg” of the “L” attaches to the vertical lip of the vent with screws. These screws should be above the water surface elevation of “Lake Newton” that forms on the flat roof, but an amble application of sealant over the screws is always a good practice. The plastic vent cover then bolts to the horizontal “long legs” of the “L” bracket. The bolts are accessible from the outside so the cover can be easily removed if needed. The typical square vent opening is 14 inches on each side for an area of about 196 square inches, but unless the vent cover is opened to the vertical position, the effective open area is somewhat less. The Maxxair standard vent cover has a screened opening of 6 inches by 13 inches for an area of about 78 square inches. Obviously the vent cover does not allow as much air flow as the standard uncovered vent, but the vent can be left open while it is raining. The standard vent cover should not be used with a vent fan as the reduced open area will restrict the flow of air when the fan is used. The standard vent cover is about $25 at Camping World. The Maxxair Fan/Mate Power Vent Cover has an oval screened opening that is about 13 inches by 14 inches for an open area of about 143 square inches. The Fan/Mate costs about $75 at Camping World. The Fan/Mate has a roof footprint of about 17 inches from side to side and about 33 inches from front to back, half of which is to the rear of the vent opening. Clearance of about 17 inches to the rear of the vent opening is required from the air conditioner, other vents, railings, and antennas. Window/Maxx is a smoke colored translucent plastic vent that is about 8 inches wide by 2 inches deep and is cut to length for sliding windows up to 33 inches tall. The “open” end of the sliding window must be vertical and can not be next to the hinged side of the entry door. Do not use a power saw to cut the Window/Maxx to length as the plastic will splinter - use a hacksaw. The Window/Maxx is installed by drilling holes in the window frame and attaching with self tapping screws. A vertical hole is drilled in the inside of the window frame and a stop “pin” prevents the window from being opened beyond the 2 inch width of the vent. The stop pin is easily pulled out from the inside to allow full opening of the sliding window. The Window/Mate costs about $40 each at Camping World. I installed them on the cab-over windows, the kitchen window, and the two large windows on the driver’s side in my rear bath. The roof vent covers and the Window/Maxx vents allow for secure rainproof cross ventilation when I leave my rig unoccupied. If you retrofit a powered vent fan on the bathroom vent, be advised that the RV Manufacturer’s Code restricts this fan to be an exhaust fan only. If a two-way fan is installed in the bathroom vent, it would be possible to pull fumes from the typically nearby black water tank vent into the motor home. Techsnoz, the “Tech Talk” website. - Check it out at: http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Techsnoz/ CARAVANER OF THE YEAR Rosemary Webb presents the Caravaner of the Year Award to Terry Joe for his outstanding contribution to the club. "There's one thing for sure, we can always count on Terry - he quietly works behind the scene helping out in so many ways."! -5- Searchers & Scrappers By Jan Hawken Happy New Year to one and all! I would like to take this opportunity to challenge each of you to make a “Fresh Start” in 2007. What research did you accomplished this past year—and what do you want to do this year? What are your plans? You say, you don’t have any! Well then...get out a blank piece of paper and draw two lines down the length of the page with 1/3 of the width of the paper between each line. At the top of each column I want you to write these words: column one should be labeled “Completed in 2006”; in column two the label should read “In Process”; and the final column should be “I Want to Complete in 2007”. Then, add the pertinent information relating to each topic. Be fair— but be honest! I will be checking up on you. I really want you to think this one through. I would appreciate it if you would be sure to bring this paper to our meeting. I am not concerned with your individual answers, just the process. I think we need to keep on top of what we have done, and what we plan to do this year. So, don’t procrastinate—start right now. I have been looking into some topics from the book “COURTHOUSE RESEARCH for Family Historians Your Guide to Genealogical Treasures” by Christine Rose. Beginning in Chapter One: “PREPARATION IS THE KEY” we will consider how to start a search. Then, we will jump to Chapter Seven: “MILKING EVERY CLUE FROM ESTATES”. My reason for doing this is that we need to consider how the court documents we discover may create an open window into the past. We must honor the decisions made, but look between the words to discover possible reasons behind those decisions. Was there turmoil within the family? Does a specific clause within a will reflect a long forgotten story? Any additional people involved? We need to remind ourselves that these people had life situations just as we do today, and as we begin to dig into their past—we need to look to our own lives. We are not here to pass judgment. Remember, it is always easier to solve a problem after the fact. We will meet this Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m. I will announce the location in the morning, and, weather permitting we will meet at our rig. Remember, we welcome one and all —beginning and experienced researchers. Even those who are not sure where to begin in the first place! Bring a notebook and a pencil and let’s talk! Happy Searchin’ n’ Scrappin’ - Jan Host Tent Volunteers For Nov/Dec My many thanks for such a good turn out at the host tent at Live Oak. It was good to see your many smiling faces. Thank you to: Vern and Charlene Tutterrow George and Rosie Reader Dave and Laura Techentin Allen and Sue Mercer Ruben and Jenny Pasillas Bob and LuAnne Lowe Dave and Katharine Spencer Bill Arthur Betty Boshma Herb and Marion Coddington Paul and Ursula Grinde Don and Carol Ashley Dan and Tina Zoll Ed and Dottie Caryey Ed and Shirley Potter Sarah Blackwell Don and Marjorie Richards Lurlie Edgecomb Rod and Michele Murphy Gordon and Dottie Greene Bob abd Margo Kody Tom and Jan Hiemstra Al and Lydia Granger Jim and Cook Class “C” Campers Road Runners Back Scratchers Linda Geneser Assistant Wagon Master -6- A family of Acorn Woodpeckers entertained Lazy Dazers with their pecking sessions! The turkeys and deer appeared in camp as I promised; however, none showed up for the nature walk on Thursday. So much for any influence I might have as Mother Nature. We did appreciate a circling red-tail hawk. Crows were easily identified as were the scrub jays, western bluebirds and acorn woodpeckers. Oak titmice were hard to be sure of in the oaks, but their little gray crests were spotted as soon as they flitted to the ground to peck through the fallen leaves. Turkeys and deer gather for food. All around camp, I received stories of birds and other creatures identified by my field reporters. Some were in camp and others not too far away. The largest was the mountain lion seen below camp near where the horse trailers park. Almost as large but not as scary was the wild pig with long black hair near Rancho Oso. Huge carp were trapped by receding waters in the Santa Ynez (more creek than river). Bald eagles hung out on the power poles near Lake Cachuma. A coyote was spotted. Quail were in camp until scattered by a darting ground squirrel. A flock of perhaps 10 white pelicans were in V-formation . Later, a single great egret was winging it toward the lake. Flickers fly like woodpeckers (their cousins), but have white on their rumps and rusty-orange wing linings. The oak trees seem to be doing well; they provide home and meals for a lot of the creatures we saw. Pretty, little snake meandering along. Curious to see who would reappear first on Sunday as rigs pulled out, I spent several hours watching for the critters. Oak titmice were the first to show up. Then two robins were active pecking at the ground at the ground and listening. Yes...that's why they turn their heads....all the better to hear critters in the leaves and the top soil. A white-breasted nuthatch worked its way up the rough bark of an oak. Then a small flock of dark-eyed juncos (think dark headed) worked over the same areas the titmice had just done. The bluebirds flew between the trees looking for an insect snack. The acorn woodpeckers picked at bugs and spiders on the walls of the shower building and in nearby trees. Most of the wildlife mentioned will still be at Live Oak in May. Look for violet-green swallows to return as well as the finches. All will be busy nesting and singing. The carp languish in the trapped waters of the river. -7- The Champions of Champions Game at Live Oak! The Painted Turtle and the Afghan collector I always receive a lengthy and very much appreciated letter from the Painted Turtle thanking the Lazy Daze Caravaners for their contributions. The PT had slightly over 600 children with some kind of disabilitating disease come to camp and fish, horseback ride, swim plus all sorts of camping experiences they could have not otherwise have. How great to help give a child a wonderful memory! I was overwhelmed at the number of afghans brought to me at the Craft Show. I counted 45 before stuffing them into the over head of my rig. I am also happy to collect art supplies, small tools and box cameras and flashlights. These supplies help offset the cost of camp equipment. I will have an updated list of these items at Lake Perris in January so others can contribute if afghan making is not your "thing". BIG THANKS GO TO: Verona McCutcheon for the box cameras Carol Hurley for the big box of construction paper for art projects Afghans: Mary Moffatt, Marilyn Hill (some 20!!), Lucy Joe, Dottie Carey, Carol Hyland, Marsha Davis, Joyce Hirst and Carol Hurley (some 15!!) Whether it be one or twenty, each and every afghan is important as each child receives one to cuddle and keep. In the future, when you leave your contributions, please put your name on or in the bag. I do not want to miss saying thank you to anyone. This is important as more and more people are getting involved and my memory a little inconsistent. Washer Toss host, John Mailliard, stands among the winners! Frances Smith and Tom Riley (on left), win 1st Place and LuAnne Low and Gary Wells on his right take 2nd place. Hubby Bob Lowe, rushes in to congratulate his winning wife LouAnne. Carole Hurley donated the beautiful afghans she crocheted to Jane Farwell for the Painted Turtle We saw more enthusiasm from the rocks than we did from Norm Martin at the Washer Toss games! -8- Heated spat or intense conversation? You be the Judge! DEATH VALLEY SURVIVES AGAIN! Submitted by Frances Smith We did it again despite the wind and dirt. Our normal parking area was being redone so we camped all by ourselves in an overflow area. There were 42 rigs present at one time or the other and I believe everyone had a great time. We had two washer toss tournaments and the winner of the King of the Hill was Vern Tutterrow and Zoe Caires with Bob Smith and Stephanie Caires runner-ups. Then when we had the washer toss on the 30th the winners were Don Reiner and Charlene Tutterrow with Bob Smith and Jan Pfeifer. Our soup night was a great hit and it is so nice to taste the different soups one a time and not all in one dish. We need to keep the soup night a yearly event. Everyone went sight-seeing at one time or the other, four-wheeling was done by quite a few people, others went out photographing early in the mornings. Then there were the ones that sat and played washer toss and just enjoyed talking with friends. “King of The Hill” Winners! Bob Smith visited the Dunes at 1st light to get pictures of the sand “sans footprints”. With conditions so perfect he thought he died and went to heaven! 1st Place Washer Toss Winners Group picture of attendees sporting their new custom made Death Valley T-shirts! -9- ‘Twas the Night Before Caravan By Barbara Berggreen (With gratitude - and my deepest apologies - to Clement Moore and Dr. Seuss…) ‘Twas the night before caravan and all through the land, Folks were packing their rigs with hors de oeuvres, frozen and canned The compartments were packed with firewood and chairs, While up in the coach were some Highway Hugs bears. The fresh water tank was filled; the propane level was fine, The fridge was well stocked with good beer and wine. Clothes were hung in the closet and squeezed into drawers, Stuff was stored in the overhead and piled on the floors. We packed and we stowed, we crammed and we stuffed, Then away we drove in our Lazy Daze, freshly washed, waxed and buffed. There was a caravan to get to with pot lucks to attend, A Host Tent to hang around and new folks to befriend. There were old friends to see, as close as our kin, Campfires to sit around and bingo to win. There was coffee to drink and Pot of Gold tickets to buy, There was washer toss to play and horseshoes to try. Morning announcements to hear and First Timers to greet, Happy Hours to be happy at, all those aforementioned hors de oeuvres to eat. Meetings to go to – from computers to genealogy, Nature walks to go on with lessons in zoology. But wait! While we’re having fun and enjoying ourselves Behind the scenes working are two special elves. They work while we play, and yes, they have fun, too But we have OUR fun because of all that THEY do. Our very own elves, Elf One and Elf Two. One elf we call Linda, she loves celebrations, She loves holidays, she loves decorations. She loves to spread cheer, she’s no Ebenezer, Our darling of drawings, our Linda Genezer. The other elf is Rosemary, and man, oh man, can she plan! From campouts like this one to a Golden Caravan. Full of energy and talent, she could slay dragons, Our Rosemary Webb, our Master of Wagons. Our having a good time is what they are after, A caravan filled with friendship and laughter. With tireless dedication and thoughtful preparation. They’re a grand combination for the Lazy Daze Nation. Rosemary and Linda, we’re full of admiration. Won’t you please accept the thanks of a grateful congregation? Lazy Daze “Poet Laureate”, Barbara Bergreen reads her “Twas the Night Before Caravan” poem to attendees at the General Meeting John & Ilene Van Gossen. Illene are the artists for the L.D. prop & John is one of the painters & constructors, along with Len & Martha Philippi Shirley McKinney with her beautiful adopted greyhounds. Shirley is a volunteer for a greyhound adoption center. If you would like to adopt a gentle, loving greyhound contact Shirley and she will be glad to help! -10- Remembrances of Butterfield Creek February 1991 Submitted by Andy and Mary Louise Smith What a sight as we drove into camp for our first caravan. There were close to 300 Lazy Daze and they all looked alike. It was an unbelievable sight. In those days a group was not assigned as your host. When we were signing in Ed and Dottie Carey came running up to the window saying they would like to be our host. Almost 16 years ago and Ed still has that twinkle in his eyes while Dottie has kept her smile. Our feeling wanted was never a question. At the time the NoMads had no group name. What they did have was friendliness and a desire to help new Lazy Dazers in anyway they could. That first Saturday morning Ron Von Soosten assigned us Rig # 2394. Andy quickly learned that when a hood or other compartment doors were open the men were apt to go to inspect, share ideas or just watch. It was and still is a man’s thing. While he was learning about the rig Mary Lou was off walking with her new friends or sitting outside playing games. And top on her list was “What can I serve that our friends would enjoy?” Our group is known for their Pot Lucks, Hot Dog Night, lots of hors d’oeuvres and snacks. The NoMads are known for enjoying food and we all shared. While Mary Lou was a caravan helper when something was needed Andy was involved in getting the computer club started with Gordon Green and then when June Carter retired from the Photography Club he worked along with Rosemary Webb answering questions and keeping members updated. We are NoMads and always will be in our hearts yet we did not limit our friendship to our group. We have been blessed with many friends among the caravaners and we are grateful for each of you. Recently it came to both of us that it was the right time to stop RVing. It is time to say good bye to the wonderful people we have known through the years. We thank each of you for all the smiles and hellos you have shared. We thank the three Wagon Masters we have caravanned under. And most important we thank the members who volunteer during the caravans for as our wagon masters have always said without volunteers we would not have a caravan. And for those owning their first Lazy Daze I will add that we have owned two Lazy Dazes. When it came time to buy another there was no question of the brand. It had to be a Lazy Daze. From some purchaser’s point of view the most important reasons would be “It’s the best rig?” While from a Lazy Daze Caravan Member the reason is it is the best rig and “How could we give up the caravan club? How can we give up these wonderful friends?” Between August 1991 and September 2006 we have enjoyed almost 200,000 miles traveling in our Lazy Dazes. It already seems strange not to be planning the next trip. But at the same time we look forward to enjoying our new home and friends in Henderson. We don’t intend to let sadness cloud our decision to sell our Lazy Daze. We intend to continue loving our friends and enjoying the treasure chest we have filled with memories of our caravanning days. We wish happy caravanning and safe traveling to all of you. And we thank you for your joy and friendships. We wish each of you the best. Andy and Mary Lou HIGHWAY HUGS by: Laureta and Joe Gibbs (a.k.a. Mama and Papa Bear) Laureta and I wish to thank all the fine Lazy Daze folks for the fantastic support of "Project Highway Hugs" at the November/December caravan. We received over 300 beautiful, cuddly "stuffed animals". We will be making the next distribution to various CHP offices in just a few weeks. Laureta and I will not be able to attend the upcoming January outing. However, Don and Marjorie Richards, a.k.a. "Uncle and Aunt Bear", have volunteered to collect any and all bears that are brought to the Lake Perris get together. -11- Cash Registers Hum at Saturday’s Craft Sale! -12- This Will Make You Think ANNIVERSARYS! Contributed by Linda Geneser There was a blind girl who hated herself just because she's blind. She hated everyone, except her loving boyfriend. He's always there for her. She said that if she could only see the world, she would marry her boyfriend. One day, someone donated a pair of eyes to her and then she can see everything, including her boyfriend. Her boyfriend asked her, "now that you can see the world, will you marry me?" The girl was shocked when she saw that her boyfriend is blind too, and refused to marry him. Her boyfriend walked away in tears, and later wrote a letter to her saying "Just take care of my eyes dear." This is how the human brain changes when our status changes. Only few remember what life was before, and who's always been there even in the most painful situations. th Bob and Frances Smith – 125 Anniversary Life Is A Gift Gene and Sally Caulfield – 125th Anniversary Today before you think of saying an unkind word Think of someone who can't speak. Before you complain about the taste of your food - Think of someone who has nothing to eat. Before you complain about your husband or wife - Think of someone who's crying out to God for a companion. Today before you complain about life - Think of someone who went too early to heaven. Before you complain about your children - Think of someone who desires children but they're barren. Before you argue about your dirty house, someone didn't clean or sweep - Think of the people who are living in the streets. Before whining about the distance you drive - Think of someone who walks the same distance with their feet. And when you are tired and complain about your job - Think of the unemployed, the disabled and those who wished they had your job. But before you think of pointing the finger or condemning another - Remember that not one of us are without sin and we all answer to one maker. And when depressing thoughts seem to get you down - Put a smile on your face and thank God you're alive and still around. Life is a gift, Live it, Enjoy it, Celebrate it, And fulfill it. Herb and Darlene Johnson – 125th Anniversary -13- If you didn’t have fun Saturday night, you didn’t go to the party! Some Lazy Dazers danced in line while Gene Caulfield sang to Jane Farwell “Here Comes Santa Clause”!!!!! “Dancing With the Stars” contestants could take lessons from our very own Mona Shaner! She was awesome! You go girl! I don’t see no “Chestnuts Roasting on this Open Fire”! -14- ‘ Here’s to Your Health! Submitted by Donna LaPorte Don and Marjorie Richards were not able to submit their regular “Safety” column for the month of January. They have always been faithful to the Caravaner readership and I knew you would be looking for their article. I decided it is my moral duty to submit one for them this time. Here tis! Helpful Hints 1. If you are choking on an ice cube, don't panic. Simply pour a cup of boiling water down your throat and presto! The blockage will be almost instantly removed. George and Joann Watson make a nice picture with their friendly Snowman! 2. Clumsy? Avoid cutting yourself while slicing vegetables by getting someone else to hold them while you chop away. 3. Avoid arguments with the Mrs. about lifting the toilet seat by simply using the sink. 4. High blood pressure sufferers: Simply cut yourself and bleed for a while, thus reducing the pressure in your veins. 5. A mouse trap, placed on top of your alarm clock will prevent you from rolling over and going back to sleep when you hit the snooze button. Jan Hiemstra & Marion Coddington stop to give a smile to the photog. Max says” what’s happening”! 6. If you have a bad cough, take a large dose of laxatives. Then you will be afraid to cough. 7. Have a bad toothache? Hit your thumb with a hammer. Then you will forget about the toothache. Di Filler and Linda Geneser sit in the “Handicap Zone” in front of the Lazy Daze prop. -15- Keep in the KNOW! Pick up the latest news - from the Lazy Daze website! Church of the Lazy Daze SUNDAY 8:30 AM ALL ARE WELCOME Art & Barbara Berggreen www.lazydazecaravanclub.org Carlos Cerecedo put on a show for us at Live Oak and our club donated $975.to Unity Shoppe a Santa Barbara organization that provides for the needy. Rosemary presented the check during their annual telethon Sunday night after the caravan on the ABC station in Santa Barbara. From the Editor’s Desk Donna and Roger LaPorte Submit material for the “Caravaner” to Rosemary Webb at: [email protected] Articles are due the Sunday following the Caravan outing. Snaparazzi to the Caravaners Donna LaPorte Bob Filler Gene Caulfield Charlene Tutterow Frances Smith John Fisher EMERGENCY: Call on CB Ch 30 Humans weren’t the only ones that celebrated New Years Eve at Live Oak! CODE RED: FIRE/GAS LEAK CODE BLUE: MEDICAL PLEASE PARK SO YOU DO NOT BLOCK THE EXIT OF ANOTHER RIG Please Do Not Use CB Ch 30 Until ALL CLEAR Is Sounded -16-
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