Amy Johnson
Residence
NewsreporterXXXI
Number 3
Appreciation
We so appreciate the many acts of kindness we
receive from others- donation of time and other
contributions. Thanks to the following Jane
Grubbs, Barbara Alefeld, Dora Dickerson, Louis
Burnes, German American Institute, Jackie
Dexter, Captain Bob Schwartz, Lucille Prinson,
Tania Trulson, Jill Dav and Duane Jagiello and
friends.
At the end of April was an adventure to the
Eagle Center in Wabasha, MN. It was a
beautiful day to take a drive. We learned so
much about eagles. We got to see their eagle
ambassadors. The eagle that we watched eat
was named Angel. All the eagles that were
there were unable to go back out into the wild.
Those that went on this day trip were Kathleen,
Tim, Joan, Rose S., and Patty.
May and June 2015
The last day of April was Art in Bloom at the
Minneapolis Art Institute. It is where floral
designers create pieces to replicate the art on
display. Luanne, Patricia, Rose S., and Kathleen
were our art enthusiasts. Kathleen took
advantage of the Hapsburgs display as well.
May Highlights
We are still making weekly trips to the
beautiful George Latimer Library by Rice Park.
Those that came along for the library outings
were Kathleen, Joan, Patricia, Rose S., Lee,
Carla and Marilyn. Some are enjoying their
books, CDs, and DVDs.
For Cinco De Mayo we talked about the
holiday. We did a word search and for lunch
had feast which consisted of homemade
enchiladas, rice, chips and salsa! Delicioso!
Our May shoppers were Johanna, Dianna, Rose
S., Katherine, Luanne, Marilyn, Johanna,
Kathleen, Carla, Patty, Luanne, Cheryl, Patty,
Joan, Tim, Steve and Patricia. Some of the
stores visited for May were Dollar Tree, Target,
Walmart and Rosedale Mall.
McDonalds was Dianna's choice for her
birthday. Those who went along to help her
celebrate were Brian, Mike, Wanda, Cheryl,
Joan and Dan Z.
The residents had a lovely meal on Mother's
Day. Tender baked ham, macaroni and cheese,
spring time beans, and carrot cake. Our lovely
ladies were presented with corsages too.
Our May movie was Hot Pursuit. It was a
comedy starring Reese Witherspoon and Sophie
Vergara. It was about a police officer and a
prisoner on the run from a drug lord. The movie
got an "ok" from our movie critics Luanne,
Kathleen, Joan and Patricia.
We went on a mystery ride. The unknown
destination was Delano. We visited an ice
cream drive in that has been in business 30 years
called Peppermint Twist. We also visited the
Delano flower market. We strolled around the
nursery. They even had a cat lounging by the
check out. Those up for the mystery adventure
were Lucille, Patty, Joan, Katherine, Johanna
and Rose S.
Our Coffee goers for May were Brian, Peg,
Patty, Rose S., Lucille, Sam, Johanna,
Katherine, Dianna, Luanne, Carla, Marilyn,
Cheryl, Wanda, Tim, Kathleen and Dan Z.
May 15th we celebrated Tim and Rick birthdays
at the Cherokee Sirloin Room. Those that
attended were Patricia, Lucille, Luanne, Rose S.
and Patty.
Our May bowlers at Midway bowling were
Lucille, Peg, Patricia, Brian, Carla and Dianna.
Some chose to play and some cheered their team
mates along. Carla was our high roller!
One afternoon we took a little trip to Hudson.
There were many garage sales and we got to see
our good friend Monica and her parents.
Memorial weekend we had the pleasure of
hearing Dan J.'s brothers band play. They
played and sang patriotic songs. Which was
thoroughly appreciated.
We had another mystery ride. This one was to
Lake Harriet. We got to see the lovely rose
gardens. The second stop was to a fabulous
book store called Wild Rumpus. They have
tailless cats and a couple fancy chickens
strolling around. In cages they have ferrets,
chinchillas, Mourning doves, parakeets, Dumbo
rats and a tarantula.
White Castle
June's Highlights
June's shoppers were Katherine, Patricia,
Dianna, Kathleen, Carla, Tim, Luanne, Patty,
Dan Z., Joan, Johanna, Rose S., and Cheryl.
WalMart, Target, Dollar Tree, Rosedale Mall,
Dollar Tree and Good Will where everyone
found what they needed.
The last stop of our adventure was Sebastian
Joes ice cream parlor. It was a sweet way to
finish our trip. Those that went along for the
unknown destination were Dan Z., Peg, Rose S.,
Patty, Carla and Kathleen.
For Katherine's birthday she chose White
Castle. Those who had sliders and such with the
birthday girl were Cheryl, Dianna, Brian, Lee,
Johanna, and Marilyn.
June's library club participants were Lee, Carla,
Joan, Marilyn, Kathleen and Rose S.
We made a delicious 3 ingredient coffee ice
cream. It was worth making again! Those who
helped were Katherine, Johanna, Brian, Carla,
Mike, Kathleen, Rose S., and Joan.
Como Zoo and the Conservatory were on the
events for June. The sunken garden was
beautiful. Those who went picked out their
favorite flower. A lot of new babies are at
Como. The baby orangutan and baby Tamarin
especially put on a good show. Brian, Johanna,
Kathleen, Patricia, Carla and Rose S took in this
fun outing.
Sunday's bingo players were Wanda, Dianna,
Dan Z., Johanna, Joan, Marilyn, Patricia,
Kathleen, Carla, Rose S. and Dan J.
Sam's birthday was celebrated at the Cherokee
Sirloin Room. They presented him with a
delicious of slice birthday cake.
On this birthday outing with Sam was Patricia,
Luanne and Kathleen.
Sam, Kathleen, Rose S., Patricia and Carla had a
picnic bag lunch at Newell Park. It was a lovely
day for a picnic and enjoying the park.
The movie for June was Spy starring Melissa
McCarthy. We gave it 3 thumbs up and one ok.
Our critics were Dan Z., Kathleen, Katherine
and Patricia.
June's bowlers and cheerleaders had a great time
at Midway Pro Bowl! Our participants were
Katherine, Kathleen, Dianna, Lucille, and Rose
S. Rose S. was our high bowler this month!
Rose S.'s birthday was celebrated at The Best
Steak House. Tim, Lucille, and Patty were
along for the feast.
Carla selected McDonalds for her birthday
lunch. Those who celebrated with Carla were
Peg, Joan, Dan Z., Wanda, and Mike.
Those who went on coffee outings for June
were, Peg, Katherine, Kathleen, Tim, Dan Z.,
Carla, Patty, Wanda, Cheryl, Luanne, Dianna,
Marilyn and Rose S.
At the end of the month was two trips to a
family owned ice cream shop. The Big Dipper is
located in Blaine. There were so many choices.
It was yummy! Those who went on the drive
and had the cold treat were Dianna, Wanda, Dan
Z., Luanne, Kathleen, Cheryl, Joan, Brain, Patty,
Patricia, Rose S., and Marilyn.
There has been a lot of fun conversation and
laughs with YouTube. There is time to go
around the room and ask and choose what we
would like to learn about or what would you like
to see and hear. This prompts engaging
conversation of a variety of topics. Everyone
looks forward to Mondays for the "what's up"
discussion.
In the mornings we have great groups of
exercisers. We have such a good turnout we
have two groups. With the warmer weather we
also have those that choose to walk in the lovely
neighborhood.
INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHT
Inner Peace by Dalai Lama of Tibet
We can never have peace in a world if we
neglect the inner world that doesn't make
peace with ourselves. World peace must
develop out of inner peace. Peace starts within
each one of us. When we have inner peace, we
can be at peace with those around us.
NEWS FROM HONDURAS
Letters from Deysi Blanco
April News- "Thank you so much for the check
for $150.00 you sent to help the work we are
doing in Honduras with a lot of children and the
people more needed. We celebrated the holy
week and we developed the activities
programmed for this occasion. My mother, my
husband, my two daughters, my brother
(Guillermo) and his sons came to these
villages. We had a hark work but it was
successful. The money was used to buy food
for many poor people and children in these
villages.
Sorry because I am not sending any picture to
you but I lost my digital camera. Last month I
was to visit a couple of sick elderly and I
wanted to take them a picture and I climbed two
thieves in the same taxi and my camera was
stolen and my cell phone. I hope to have a
camera soon to send the pictures to you. Send
a warm greeting to you and your whole family.
Greetings to the entire group of residents I love
them very much. Thank you for your great
support. Blessings."
June News - "Thank you so much for the nice
card and the check for US $150.00. The
money will be used for the help of several poor
people of these villages. The weather is raining
and the trees are becoming green. I will be in
Tegucigalpa at the end of their month. On
Saturday we have a musical concert in Buen
Paso Church. We invited a Church of
Choluteca and they will be with us on Saturday.
We have a beautiful time of spiritual revival.
Please pray for their event. We pray for you
ministry and for the people of the Residence.
We will be waiting for the newsletter report; it's
beautiful to know about all the activities they
are doing in the Residence.
God Bless you."
ENVIRONMENTAL THOUGHT
It is vacation time, so don't forget to recycle.
Here's some environmentally friendly tips.
Don't buy individually wrapped snacks. Do buy
snacks in bulk or make sure the packaging is
recyclable. Take a refillable water bottle rather
than buying packs of bottled water. Do look for
recycling bins or bring a bag to store
recyclables. Do continue your recycling efforts.
HAPPY BIRTHDAYS
May-June Birthdays
May 3 - Dianna Ellsworth enjoys getting
outside as much as possible and going to
the store.
May 17 - Rick Gibbons likes anything to do
with electronics and is very knowledgeable
about the whole field.
May 17 - Tim Quirk is our sports enthusiast
who knows the scores of all the teams and
keeps us well informed.
May 24 - Margaret Igo loves to read and
gets out with members of her family quite
often.
May 2 - Sheila Espinoza (Cook),
May 14- Sher Stoneman (Transportation),
May 23- Erica Ival (Trained Medication
Aide)
June 8 - Katherine Calkins is always ready
to give a helping hand around the house
and likes to go out for dinner with family and
friends.
June 18 - Sam Macey keeps up to date in
his journals and takes notes on important
observations.
June 21 - Rose Sharp is always busy going
to the coffee shop or going fun places with
her friends.
June 24 - Carla Haas is another shopper
and is happy getting our on field trips.
June 4 - Jackie Musawwit (Cook)