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Now that you made your home a happier place, here are some tips to
make a happier you!
-Exercise more-7 minutes might be enough. Check out the scientific
7 minute workout and grab a partner! No more excuses not to join in
the Monday Exercise Class, Yoga on Tuesday’s, or water aerobics in
the summer! -Sleep more-You will be less sensitive to negative
emotions. Doctors recommend 7-9 hours! -Spend More Time with
Friends and Family-This is one of the top 5 regrets of life. Go
Outside-happiness is maximized at 57 degrees F. 20 Minutes of fresh
air boosts positive mood, broadens thinking, and improved working
memory. -Help Others-100 hours per year is the magic number…and
that’s only 2 hours a week! -Practice Smiling-It can alleviate
pain. It’s more effective when you back it up with positive
thoughts. “Fake it ‘til you feel it”! -Plan a trip-But don’t take
one. The sense of anticipation shows a high spike in happiness, not
the trip itself. -Meditate-rewire your brain for happiness. A great
habit for improving focus, clarity, attention span, and keeps you
calm. -Practice Gratitude-Increases life satisfaction and decreases
depressive symptoms. Share 3 good things that happen each day, or
send a Thank You card!
127 Briar Tim & Angie Barber
We welcome you to Pine Lakes and we enjoy
making Pine Lakes a place you are proud to call
home!
Green Chile Cheddar Egg Bake Ingredients
• 1 (4-ounce) can mild diced green chiles • 1 cup grated cheddar
cheese • 5 large eggs • 2 tablespoons milk • 1/4 teaspoon salt •
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions 1. Adjust oven rack to center position and preheat
oven to
350°F. Grease a 9-inch glass pie plate (or comparably sized baking
dish) with butter or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Evenly spread green chiles in the bottom of the prepared baking
dish. Sprinkle grated cheddar on top. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, scramble eggs. Beat in milk, salt, and pepper
until well blended. Slowly pour eggs over green chiles and cheese.
If any cheese is sticking up, press down on it with the back of a
fork until submerged.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until center is
puffy and a thin knife inserted in the center of the eggs comes out
clean. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving
warm.
Cooking fresh corn in the microwave. Rinse in cold water, do not
remove husk. Microwave 4 mins in husk. When done, cut off end where
the silk is and the silk and husk should just slide off very
easily.
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Welcome
Lee Terry Lee Terry President 2017 Residents Association
March Slowly but surely signs of Spring are appearing. My daffodils
and bulbs are about eight inches high and are growing just in time
to be caught by a late snow or frost. However they survived the big
snow so I hope for the best.
Our Mardi Gras party put us in a celebratory mood and was enjoyed
by those attending. There was a good variety of New Orleans food
and some very original costumes. First place couple prize went to
Gary and Linda Davis, new residents, and second place to Judy and
Steve Tekesky.
Thanks to Kathy Salazar for putting together the music and power
point presentation which was so entertaining.
Special thanks go to the hardworking volunteers who made the
decorating, set up, food preparation and cleanup look easy. Without
your help we couldn’t do what we do to entertain our
residents.
Our volunteer pool is slowly expanding, which means the same people
won’t be called upon all the time, thanks to Kathy Salazar’s
efforts to recruit more volunteers. We still have room for lots
more and have some fun events coming up soon. A volunteer signup
sheet is posted on the board in the club house.
After our St. Patrick’s Day party (which is less than a month away)
we are planning our Doggie Daze Parade, which will give dog owners
a chance to parade their pets, in or out of costume, and show off
their skills. There are over 100 dogs in Pine Lakes so we hope for
a good turnout. We really would like some of our dog owners to
serve on the committee for this event so if you are interested
please call me at 928-350-8498.
Our quarterly meeting was poorly attended due in part to the fact
that it had to be re-scheduled and was not in the monthly calendar.
The March quarterly meeting will be held on March 14th, so please
mark your calendars and keep an eye on the bulletin board.
We still want to hear from you as to what programs/events you would
like to have. Thanks to those who completed our survey at the
quarterly meeting. You can email your suggestions to us at
[email protected], or drop me a note to PLRA, 318 Oxbow St,
Prescott, 86305, which is our mailing address.
PLAMHO NEWS March 2017
The 2017 PLAMHO Annual Meeting of Members was held on January 31st,
and a new board was elected.
The program speaker was Eileen Green, President of AAMHO, who
outlined some of the legislative issues being considered this year.
One bill sponsored by AAMHO is intended to increase the relocation
fund, which is available for those who have to move because of park
closures or for other covered reasons. She mentioned AAMHO’s new
motto, Cooperation not Confrontation, and told of the many options
for members to learn more about their responsibilities and rights
under the Landlord Tenant Act which governs operation of mobile
home parks. A new version of the Act has recently been published
effective October 16th 2016.
AAMHO supporter Kody Newland, Regional Manager of USA Insurance
then spoke about the critical need to increase the level of AAMHO
membership in the state so we have more clout with the legislature,
and more funds for legislative activity. There are over 350,000
mobile homes in Arizona and 30% of them are 55 and over senior
communities, yet AAMHO membership is currently below 5000. He
challenged every AAMHO member to bring in at least two other
members and pointed out that AAMHO membership at $40.00 per year
equates to only 9 cents a day.
The 2017 Board for PLAMHO is: Officers: Philip Riggs, President,
Gil Salazar, Vice President, Betty Bryan, Secretary, and Romy
Harder, Treasurer. Directors Judi Lang, Joe Collings, Betty
DellaCorte, Bob Pond and Peter Hitchcock.
Bob Pond will be the new Membership Chair
Phil says, “As president of PLAMHO for 2017 I want to thank
everyone who voted for this terrific board at our annual meeting in
January. We have a wonderful team with vast experience in many
fields that will help us accomplish our goals this year.
We will continue to work cooperatively with management on issues
concerning our residents. Also we will work to provide relevant
information through our programs and we ask that you, our community
help us in this by telling us what topics you would like to see
addressed. Please send me an email at
[email protected] and let
me know your thoughts.
We will continue to support AAMHO and our delegates attended the
30th Annual Meeting in February. There will be a report on this at
our March quarterly meeting.”
Presentations were made to outgoing board members Kathi Hampton, Al
Jessup and Lee Terry and President Phil Riggs was surprised with
the gift of a gavel from the board in recognition of his leadership
during the past year.
PLAMHO monthly board meetings will be held at 6.30 p.m. on the
second Monday of each month, with quarterly membership meetings
scheduled for the fourth Monday of March, June, and
September.
FUN THINGS TO DO AT PINE LAKES! SPORTS:
Daily Forest Walk: Monday-Friday at 8:00am. Meet us at the lower
gate on Midway (next to the emergency exit gate). These are roughly
one-hour walks. Call Charles Wicall, 445-5495 for time changes or
other information.
Weekly Hiking: THURSDAY HIKERS!!!!This small and friendly group of
hikers is waking up from our hot summer slumber and looking for
hikers to join us. We hike mostly in our beautiful Prescott area,
about 4 to 6 miles. To get more information you are encouraged to
call Thea Park at 928-717-0854 or Email at
[email protected] or
Colin and Jo-ann Peters at 928-771-8865 or Email at
[email protected]
Hiking before Coffee and Doughnuts: Join me for an easy 2 mile walk
around Pine Lakes the 2nd & 4th Thursday. To earn your coffee
and donuts etc. Starting from the parking lot, 8:30, sharp. We will
move slowly enough for good conversation and there are no steep
hills to climb. We intend to go rain, sunshine or snow! Let’s go!
Men’s Pool: Interested men in the park wanting to play pool, call
John Long 350-8458.
Pickleball: 1-3pm Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays-tennis courts.
Marlene Haynes 499-8249
Yoga: Join us for Yoga on Tuesdays at 10 am led by residents Pat
Williamson & Linda Dillard. The yoga practiced is based on
ancient teachings but have been modified to serve people in the
community and focuses on balance and flexibility. If you would like
to try it out come by and bring a mat. For additional information
call Pat at 928-778-3223 or Linda at 928-8227- 2377. Exercise
Class: Mondays 10:00-11:00 Suzie 602-488-3099
GAMES:
Game Night: Mexican Train Fridays at 6 pm.
4-5-6: Mondays at 1:00pm. Bring your nickels and have a fun time
playing this very simple game. All you have to remember is which
hand is your left and which is your right. You’d be surprised how
easy it is to forget. This is a hilarious event.
Bingo: 1st & 3rd Thursday at 1:00pm.
RESIDENT SERVICES
Coffee and Doughnuts—Niesje Province. Second and Fourth Thursday,
10:00-12:00. $2.00.
Bookworm Club: Library, 4th Thursday at 2:00. Call Patricia Evert
at 943-0164 to get the title for the month. Then read the book
ahead of time and have fun discussing it at the meeting.
Residents with Services for Hire:
Linda Stillman 505-239-9886-Transportation, errands, shopping
Dominick Leo 970-948-3190 – carpentry, drywall, and painting.
Susie Schoen 928-443-0288-Notary
Bob and Thea Parks- 928-717-0854 – take people to MDs, yardwork,
housework, etc.
Kathy Simone- 602-992-4511 – caregiver, shopping, cooking, rides to
appointments.
Clay Garner-928-237-9525-Yard man, Pine needle Wrangler, 30+ years
as painter. No job too small David
Hopkins, D.C., 928-379-3321 Muscle and Rehab Therapy by retired
Chiropractor. Free consultation!
Pedro Rodriguez- 928-910-6306-Handyman/Yard work services
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Look at Me! Do we really know our neighbors? Column: written by:
Betty DellaCorte
Suzette and Kirk Brookshier #78 Oakmont
I guess to look at this couple as they walk through the streets in
Pine Lakes, and realize that they have been married for 62 years,
and yes, it hasn’t been until the last 7 years, when she began
suffering from Macular Degeneration, that Suzette can literally say
to Burt that she “Only has eyes for him”. In Suzette’s words, Kirk
has been, and is now, her eyes. Reading to her, not knowing what
she would do without him. Suzette Andree was born in Chicago in
1933, but in 1947, due to Mom’s Arthritis, the family, Mom, Dad and
younger brother settled in Tucson, Arizona, where she entered
Tucson, High School and met the love of her life, Kirk Brookshier.
Suzettes Mom and Dad owned a Beauty Salon, It was during those days
that Suzette learned to master the art of Manicure and Pedicure.
Kirk, his Mom and Dad, younger brother and sister, moved to Tucson,
from Carlsbad, New Mexico in 1937. It was in an English class,
their senior class of High School, that Suzette met Kirk. He was on
the track team and also working after school for the “Tire King
Stores” After High School, they both attended University of
Arizona, and married in 1953. Kirk went on to graduate with a
degree in Accounting, and Suzette moved on to have four children,
all boys. After college, Kirk continued working, this time as a
partner with the “Tire King Stores”, buying out all four stores in
1971. Suzette’s parents retired from their Beauty Salon, and
Suzette was now on her own, building an unbelievable business for
herself, renting space in countless Salons, with clients who were
considered the “Who’s Who” of Tucson She stayed with that business
for 35 years. During this exuberant time of her life, Suzette
joined a very exclusive tap dance group, as a break from her daily
schedule of raising four boys, and operating a flourishing Nail
Salon, Suzette continued with her dancing for over 10 years. In
1989 Kirk retired from the tire business, but enjoyed taking his
Dad to various bowling tournaments and meetings in Arizona. It was
on one of those trips that Kirk and Suzette came to Prescott, and
visited the Hassayampa Lounge. Suzette inquired at the bar about
living conditions in Prescott, and the bartender informed her about
Pine Lakes. After Suzette and Kirk visited Pine Lakes, they went
back to Tucson and informed her best friend about her find. It
seems that Suzette’s friend came to Pine Lakes, also fell in love
with the area, bought a home, and moved here before Suzette and
Kirk. Finally, in 1990 Suzette and Kirk did leave their grown
children and six Grandchildren, and moved to Pine Lakes. First to
171 Northview, and in 1992 to 78 Oakmont. Suzette loves to hike,
and Kirk went with her on occasion. He called it “A forced March”.
Even though their life was filled with work, and children whose
careers are now as a CPA, Private Pool contractor, Research
Scientist, Electrician, Suzette and Kirk managed to travel all
around the world. In their den at home, there is a world map
covering the wall with over 100 pins in it, marking the places that
they have traveled to during their life time Since they moved to
Pine Lakes, they were active in the Recreation Committee, PLAMHO,
File of Life from the Hospital, Neighborhood Watch, and went to
each house in Pine Lakes distributing the Pine Needler Newsletter
each month. At this time Kirk Bowles, plays golf one or two times a
week, as well as being Suzettes “House Boy”. Even though her vision
is limited, Suzette does manage to find her way around the roads of
Pine Lakes, attends Coffee and donuts, Women Who Wine, and the Red
Hats Luncheons. Outside the park they enjoy the performances of the
Phoenix Symphony, programs at the Elks Theater, and, they have had
season tickets for the University of Arizona basketball games for
40 years. Suzette really does not miss a thing. She may not see
faces to well, but she does remember voices, especially if you’re
from Brooklyn.
~Community tidbits and reminders~ Key-Fob If you have not picked up
you key-fob to access the clubhouse after hours please stop by the
office to pick up. An extra key-fob is $15. Parking Each street
within the community is considered a fire lane and parking is only
permitted in designated areas. Please be advised that cars in
violation of this policy will be towed at the owner’s expense.
Please remember to register any vehicle or RV with the office if
you plan to park a vehicle for more than 24hours in the clubhouse
parking lot. Visitor Parking We ask that you be considerate of your
friends and neighbors and remind your guests not to park on the
streets. Please make sure that your guests are parking in the
designated areas on the property. Thanks for your cooperation.
Traffic laws Please slow down! While you may be in a rush to reach
your destination, remember that we have many pedestrians walking in
our community. Please limit your speed to 15 mile per hour when
driving through the community. This speed limit is set to ensure
the safety of our residents and our guests. Please be sure to stop
at each intersection (whether there is a STOP sign or not) to
ensure that the intersection is clear and there are not any cars or
pedestrians. Pets Please be sure that your pets are on a leash at
all times while walking them in the community. Additionally, please
be sure that they are not left outside in your yard, unattended.
Excessive barking is disturbing to other residents and is strictly
prohibited within the community as well as against the law. Illegal
activity Should you witness or be victim to any illegal activity,
such as loud noise after hours from neighbors, suspicious activity,
vandalism or loitering or trespassing. PLEASE contact the local
police department by dialing 911 or the non-emergency number at
928-771-3260. Management is not equipped to respond to these types
of situations but needs to be aware so that we can address any rule
violations as needed. Landscaping and site maintenance As a
resident of the community, you are required to maintain your home
site according to the community guidelines. You are required to
keep your landscaping (including but not limited to: bushes, trees
and shrubs) trimmed at all times. You are required to keep your
yard free of weeds and debris. Any violations to this policy will
be noted and the appropriate notices will be served. Please
remember that all landscaping changes including, removal or trees
shrubs or grass, planting of trees, shrubs or grass, positioning of
rock, mulch or wood chips must be approved by the community manager
in advance. Please visit Watters garden center with assistance in
choosing drought tolerant landscaping. Your plans must be submitted
in writing in advance. Digging If you plan to do any digging in
your yard you must get approval from the community manager in
advance as well as call 8-1-1 and contact the management office
before you dig to have utilities marked. Any damage caused to any
of the utilities will be the sole responsibility of the
resident.
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$10 credit on your next month’s rent! Snail Mail Many residents
have experienced difficulties with the Prescott mail system, please
remember we are not responsible for any lost or delayed mail. If
you do not receive a rent statement please contact the office for
your balance due. If you would like to avoid any delays of your
rent payment arriving on time signing up for EZ Pay will ensure on
time payment every month.
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What Grandparents Can Do to Maintain Warm Relationships Reasons for
Conflicts With Adult Children
As much as grandparents love their adult children, members of the
two generations don't always get along. When grandchildren enter
the picture, they simultaneously enrich the relationships and plant
the seeds of possible discord. Grandparents who want warm, loving
relationships with all of their family members should be aware of
the major reasons for conflicts with adult children, as well as how
to avoid or defuse those conflicts. Marriage Means Changing Family
Dynamics-In healthy families, when we marry and have children, our
spouse and our children become the most important in our lives.
They are in our "first circle," and will be there eternally. When
children are young, their parents are in their first circle, but
when the children grow and form their own families, the parents are
usually relegated to second circle status. This shift in status can
be hard for the older generation to process. Intellectually we may
know that the shift in family dynamics is proper, but emotionally
we may still feel abandoned. What to Do: Don't complain about not
seeing enough of your adult children and your grandchildren. To
you, such complaints may feel like an expression of love, but adult
children are likely to view them as attempts to make them feel
guilty. Don't sit by the phone. Develop new interests that will
make you more fun to be around. Divorce Has Impact-Many problems
with adult children can be traced to the marital difficulties of
the parents. Children often feel compelled to take sides. When they
become adults and in charge of their own lives, they may choose to
cut or loosen ties with the party that they consider to be at
fault. When the divorced parents don't get along, the adult
children are in a particular bind when it comes to family
occasions. They can choose to include both parents and deal with
any hostility or awkwardness that occurs. They may include only one
parent, or entertain the two parents in separate celebrations. Or
they may leave out both parents. No matter which solution they
choose, the adult children are likely to resent having been put in
such a position. Late-in-life divorces are seldom easier for adult
children of the split, who are likely to believe that something
they thought was real and lasting -- their parents' marriage -- has
turned out to be a fraud. What to Do: If you are divorced, do your
best to make friends with your ex. Try to keep the past in the
past. If your adult children have questions, try to answer them
honestly and avoid assigning all blame to your ex. Marriage Blends
Two Cultures-Each family has its own culture. Even families that
are ethnically similar can vary widely in their family cultures.
Some families are quiet and polite; some are boisterous and rowdy.
Some families adore sports or the outdoors; others prefer indoor
pursuits. When adult children marry into families that are quite
different from the ones they grew up in, they face challenges. Do
they blend the two cultures at family occasions, or entertain the
two families separately? When the two families have political or
religious differences, problems may multiply. What to Do: Avoid
criticizing the in-laws of your children. Don't even express
criticism to your own children, because in so doing you force them
to split loyalties. Avoid loaded topics such as politics and be
respectful of the religious beliefs and practices of others. In-Law
Relationships Can Help or Hurt-One researcher has found that in-law
relationships can affect marital success. After following hundreds
of couples for 26 years, Dr. Terri Orbuch found that divorce is
less likely for a man who has close relationships with his in-laws,
but more likely for a woman who is close to her in-laws. Orbuch
found that women felt validated when their husbands were accepting
of their parents. On the other hand, bonding with in-laws sometimes
prevented women from forming strong bonds with their husbands. In
addition, women who were close to their mothers-in- law sometimes
allowed them to interfere in family matters such as child-rearing.
What to Do: Parents of adult children must allow them to put their
marital partners first. Grandparents must respect the parenting
decisions of their children and observe their boundaries. Adult
Children Need Love, Too-Grandparents who dote on their
grandchildren sometimes make the parents feel overlooked and
unloved. If this behavior resurrects an old family conflict, the
results can be serious, even resulting in family disputes that lead
to estrangement. What to Do: Nurture your relationship with your
grown children. Don't neglect to embrace your adult children and
tell them that you love them. Show interest in their lives and
their opinions. Practice good communication skills, and don't allow
every conversation to center around the grandchildren. Plan
adult-only occasions, such as a night out or even a weekend
getaway. Let the other grandparents keep the grandchildren, and
you'll have a win-win-win situation.
We are fighting a virulent sentiment of meanness. Kindness is the
closest thing we have to a remedy. We won’t change minds by shaming
others, mocking them, or fighting with them. Even if our intentions
are good, these negative emotions will only hasten the spread of
the disease. Instead, we must work to change the way people
feel—and we can begin by changing the way we treat each
other.
Winning the Weed War Looking for a battle plan to assist you in the
war on weeds? Here are earth-friendly ways to help you gain a
victory.
Be a mulching maniac. Mulch acts as a suffocating blanket by
preventing light from reaching weed seeds. At the same time, it
holds moisture for your plants and provides nutrients for your soil
as it decomposes. Apply coarse mulch, such as bark or wood chips,
directly onto soil. Leaves, grass clippings, or straw work better
as a weed deterrent with a separating layer of newspaper,
cardboard, or fabric between them and the soil. Water those weeds.
Pulling weeds is easier and more efficient when the soil is moist.
You are more likely to get the whole root system, and your yanking
won't disturb surrounding plants as much either. Cut weeds down in
their prime. Weeds love open soil. But if you till or cultivate,
then wait to plant, you can outmaneuver the weeds. Till the ground
at least twice before you plant. Your first digging will bring
dormant weed seeds to the surface where they can germinate. Watch
and wait for a few weeks until they begin to grow. Then slice up
the weeds again with a tiller or a hoe, only don't dig as deep. Now
it should be safe to put precious plants into the soil. Pass the
salt. Try sweeping rock salt into crevices between paths. Although
more harsh, borax also works well. Be sure to wear rubber gloves
with the latter material. You might need to apply a few doses, but
be aware of any surrounding plants because both products kill the
good plants along with the bad. Lay down the law. Try using
landscape fabric, it is usually made of a nonwoven, porous
polypropylene fabric, which enables air, water, and nutrients to
reach the soil but keeps weed seeds in a dark, cool environment
where they can't germinate. Boil them alive. If you have pesky
weeds in a spot with no nearby grass or valuable plants, boil water
and pour it over the unsuspecting weeds using a teakettle. Cover
your ground. Cultivate plants close together or grow winter
groundcover in areas that typically suffer from weed invasion. A
thick mass of plants not only is attractive but also shelters the
soil from direct sunlight, making it more difficult for weed seeds
to prosper. Old-fashioned elbow grease. Weed every couple of weeks
throughout the growing season, you can also try an upright tool
such as the Weed Hound, which prevents excessive bending or body
strain. Solar-powered soil. Solarization uses heat to disinfect
your soil. If you have a large planting bed or area of lawn that
you want to reseed, till the area to clear all vegetation. Then
water the area until it is saturated. Wait 24 hours, then cover
with clear 3- to 6-mil plastic sheeting. Bury the edges of the
sheeting to seal it. Let the soil cook for four to six weeks, then
remove the plastic. If any weeds appear, till them lightly without
disturbing the soil. Wait a few days for the soil to cool, then
start planting. This method helps get rid of many soil-borne
diseases as well. Kiss my grits. You can try a natural weed control
such as WOW! (WithOut Weeds), which is made from a byproduct of
corn. It acts as a preemergent best applied during the spring,
killing weeds before they germinate. A second application at the
end of the growing season helps kill weeds that sprout late in the
summer and go to seed in the fall. Its nontoxic formula is safe,
and it even releases nitrogen into your soil. Time is tight. If the
weeds are starting to grow, but you don't have the time or energy
to pull them up at the moment, suffocate the weeds by covering them
with a block of wood or piece of plastic. Better yet, use a few
large decorative stones, a work of art, or a birdbath. At least
you'll stop the weeds from spreading so you can tackle them when
you have time. Off with their heads. To stop weeds from spreading,
pluck off their flower heads before they drop seed. This technique
can be especially helpful with annual weeds, which love to provide
generation after generation of weeds.
-Lee Daniel Kravetz
Now that you made your home a happier place, here are some tips to
make a happier you!
-Exercise more-7 minutes might be enough. Check out the scientific
7 minute workout and grab a partner! No more excuses not to join in
the Monday Exercise Class, Yoga on Tuesday’s, or water aerobics in
the summer!
-Sleep more-You will be less sensitive to negative emotions.
Doctors recommend 7-9 hours!
-Spend More Time with Friends and Family-This is one of the top 5
regrets of life.
Go Outside-happiness is maximized at 57 degrees F. 20 Minutes of
fresh air boosts positive mood, broadens thinking, and improved
working memory.
-Help Others-100 hours per year is the magic number…and that’s only
2 hours a week!
-Practice Smiling-It can alleviate pain. It’s more effective when
you back it up with positive thoughts. “Fake it ‘til you feel
it”!
-Plan a trip-But don’t take one. The sense of anticipation shows a
high spike in happiness, not the trip itself.
-Meditate-rewire your brain for happiness. A great habit for
improving focus, clarity, attention span, and keeps you calm.
-Practice Gratitude-Increases life satisfaction and decreases
depressive symptoms. Share 3 good things that happen each day, or
send a Thank You card!
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We welcome you to Pine Lakes and we enjoy making Pine Lakes a
place
you are proud to call home!
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