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Founded in 1991 Vol. XXIII, No. 3 | March 2014

What is CERT? — Part III

Van DykeLandscape Update

By Timothy Lynch, Member of CERTIn my first article in this “What Is

CERT?” series, I discussed how the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) was formed, how CERT is part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), our association with Oceanside Fire Department CERT, and the fact that we have our own CERT team in Ocean Hills Country Club.

Because we have such a large community at Ocean Hills, the CERT

concept works perfectly for taking care of our own neighborhood. OHCC’s CERT is a subdivision of the Oceanside Fire Department’s CERT. We are our own entity and function as an independent CERT within our community. Our organization structure is such that we have our own Incident Command Structure.

Our Incident Command Structure consists of a Command Staff, Tactical Response Teams, and

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New pool deck scheduled for November.

By Helen NielsenA large number of residents

braved the heavy but most welcome downpour on Friday, February 28, to hear an informative presentation by the Master Board on planning progress by Van Dyke Landscape Architects for much-needed, long-awaited repairs to the Pool Deck and Palm Court, and replacement of the landscaping around the Clubhouse and Main Entry. Board President Angela Takemoto presented a detailed series of slides showing information on the areas under consideration and offering a clear picture of some challenges that will need to be addressed.

It has been roughly 30 years since the installation of the Pool Deck and Palm Court areas, and no major repairs have occurred since then. Naturally, the work proposed involves removal and replacement of existing underground electrical lines and plumbing, gas, sewer and drainage lines. To make matters more difficult, no plans have ever been found that show the location of the existing underground lines. This lack of any such detailed plans has necessitated the assistance of a number of engineering specialists. Also, due to the high water table close to the Clubhouse, a French drain will be installed around the perimeter of the Clubhouse.

In prioritizing the two projects and considering the costs involved,

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a Medical Team. The command staff will operate out of the Incident Command Post (ICP), which is located in the clubhouse. Four personnel are assigned to the ICP. They are the Incident Commander, Operations Section Chief, Logistics Section Chief, and Planning Section Chief. In addition to coordinating efforts in the field, the command post communicates with the Oceanside Fire Department’s Emergency Operation Center.

Field operations have been divided into four teams: three geographical divisions that are staffed by Tactical Response Teams and a Medical Team that will set up a medical triage-and-treatment area in the clubhouse.

Each of the tactical response teams has a team leader and assistant team leader. The team leader commands a group of CERT members. His or her job is to direct and coordinate all emergency response activities within each geographical area.

The Medical Team consists of people who are or have been in the medical profession. Their responsibilities are to triage and treat patients who have been injured in a disaster or may be suffering from a previous medical condition that was exacerbated by the disaster. The Medical Team also has a Medical Team Leader and Assistant Team Leader who coordinate these activities.

In addition to the four teams, we have a Pet Care Unit to assist with pet owners and their pets, a Bicyclist Unit that provides needed mobility to assist with reconnaissance, property damage assessment and transportation of supplies and equipment, and an RV Unit to provide facilities that may be needed to support the CERT team out in the field. The Logistics Unit assists the Logistics Section Chief with setting up and providing facilities for the Tactical and Medical Teams.

All of these efforts require a tremendous amount of communication. OHCC CERT has one of the finest Emergency Radio Networks (ERN) in San Diego County. OHCC’s Emergency Radio Network (ERN) uses six different radio channels to communicate within the Teams and between the Teams and the Command Post. In addition to the ERN, we use the ARS (HAM Radio) Network to communicate with the City of Oceanside’s Emergency Operations Center.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer member of OHCC’s CERT team, please contact Bill Harms (760-945-6925) or Tim Lynch (760-295-9297). n

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the Board has decided that the Pool Deck and Palm Court area must take precedence over major renovation of the Main Entry landscaping. Cost projections for the Pool Deck and Palm Court are estimated at about $1.1 million. Fortunately, funding for this work is presently available in the reserve fund and will not involve any additional assessments.

The next step in the process is to send the work out to qualified contractors, and then select the general contractor to actually get the work done.

As for the Main Entry renovation, the Master Board has decided to delay any major expenditure there at this time, but it may be possible to carry out that project in phases. For the short term, minor improvements to the Main Entry area, such as introducing seasonal flowering plants, could add welcoming color and beauty along the entryway.

Overall, the presentation was very well received, with many appreciative comments made by members of the audience. Regarding the Pool Deck and Palm Court, one key question was raised: “When will we see the project begin?” Because the least desirable time for construction activity around the pool area is during the summer, and we have the 30th Anniversary events going on all year, the work is now projected to start in November.

Judging by the attendance in such stormy weather, our residents are very interested in these projects and look forward to future updates as plans progress. n


A Guardian at Our GateBy Helen Nielsen

We all have a high sense of safety living here in OHCC and part of that security is due to the personnel guarding our gates and monitoring our streets. One of these guardians is Linn Harrison, recently retired from her supervisory position here after a decade of service.

Linn is a California native. She grew up on a small truck-farming ranch in the San Marcos area, helping her family with crops and animals.

After high school graduation, she enrolled in the Marine Corp and served for 11 years, partly during the Vietnam conflict. She was involved in working with returning veterans dealing with emotional and physical problems, trying to return to civilian life. She sadly recalls seeing the lives of young marines totally devastated due to our involvement there.

Renaming Leisure Village Way Dropped

At a recent executive meeting of the OHCC Master Board, it was decided that any changes to the name Leisure Village Way be tabled. In the vernacular, that means the is-sue would be shoved under the rug until a more appropriate time. Depending on which meeting residents attended, the name change met with either opposition or applause. Those who were for the change indicated we are no longer part of the chain of retirement communities that uses the name Lei-sure Village, such as Leisure World; and besides, the name Leisure is so “yesterday.” Those who objected to change voiced the opinion that the alterations would be unjustifi-ably too expensive to rename the monuments, addresses, maps and stationery. Others simply could care less. n

CorrectionIn the last issue of the Voice, we incorrectly wrote that the

new Bank of America kiosk is located in the shopping cen-ter off of Live Oak at Melrose. We should have said it is off of Buena Vista at Melrose (in the same center as Nucci’s and the Chevron gas station). n

Linn Harrison at our front gate.


cautions about seeing coyotes and carefully watches out for the pets before continuing her round. Fully trained in AED application, she and her teams are all prepared to help us in emergencies and administer basic aid until the emergency medic team arrives.

As Linn retires and we express our gratitude for her years of service, she emphasizes how much she has enjoyed the years working here and is thankful for the friendships and goodwill she has found with appreciative OHCC residents. We wish her many more years of good health and enjoyable retirement. n

Adoptable Dogs and CatsThe Master Board has approved a special 30th Anniversa-

ry event regarding adoptable dogs and cats. Between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 30, the San Diego Hu-mane Society will bring adoptable dogs and cats for our res-idents to see and hopefully adopt into new homes. Viewing of the dogs will be at the Flag Court and viewing of the cats will be on the Lanai, for prospective owners to examine and play with.

Resident pet activities will be held in the overflow park-ing area across Leisure Village Way from the Clubhouse, where the humane society will provide rabies shots ($6), li-censing ($15 for one year or $40 for three years), and micro-chipping. The humane society will also bring information on the importance of setting up a trust for the care of your pets, in the event that you are no longer able to do so.

In addition, photographs of owners and their pets will be taken in the overflow parking area for those who wish to bring their pets. For cat owners and those who are unable to attend the April 30 event, Donna Randolph will go to peo-ple’s homes to take pictures. All photos will be posted on the club website for those wishing to take the photo for cop-ies or wanting to save them. Photos will also be selected for publication in the 30th Anniversary book.

Free refreshments will be provided in the Greenery Lounge, with music by the OHCC Jammers. n

In 1970, after retiring from the Marine Corp, she enrolled at Palomar College under the GI bill. After graduation, she developed her own janitorial and maintenance business. It was very successful until the home-building depression in 1980 caused bankruptcies to so many building contractors and they failed to pay for work contracted with her company.

Linn then worked in traffic enforcement with the City of Oceanside until a reckless driver caused a serious accident pinning her between two vehicles causing her to be placed on occupational disability.

Having spent much of her younger years working with animals on her parents’ ranch, in 2001, she returned to caring for animals at our Humane Society. She had cared for her own two cute poodles, Toby and Huck, for 18 years. When one “puppy” died, the other one was so distressed over the loss of its playmate that it would not eat or drink and finally was so ill it had to be put down. Her supervisor knew she loved animals and one day placed two almost new born orphan kittens on her desk and asked her to take them home and see if she could possibly get them to eat. She stopped at a pet store on the way home to buy canned cat milk and eye drop feeder. Little by little, she was able to get the kittens to nurse, BUT no one had told her the cute little balls of fur needed to be fed every two hours, day and night! She got up faithfully for night-time feedings, took them to work to feed them there and finally they were able to lap from a bowl. At this point, the supervisor told her she could return them to the shelter for adoption. Linn quickly told him, “ No Way.” She had grown very fond of the two little orphans and they lived under her loving care for 15 years.

Ten years ago, Linn was hired here in security work and in about six months became supervisor. She works an evening shift beginning at 3 p.m. and makes routine evening rounds to be certain all is well within our gates. Residents get personal calls if a garage door is left open or if anything appears unusual. Watching out for late dog walkers and their pets, she stops to chat for a minute,

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Brown Spots on TurfA resident complained at a recent Master Board meeting,

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Cooking with BeverlyBy Beverly Nickerson

A Special ColcannonAlmost everyone celebrates St.

Patrick’s Day either with food or decorations. This month I have chosen an old Irish recipe served at “Eugenes’s Restaurant” in County Wexford. Colcannon is to the South of Ireland what Champ is to the North. This version is different from the usual potato-cabbage Colcannon.

1 medium size green cabbage.4 small Russet potatoes (1 ¾ lb.), peel, cut in fourths.1 medium onion (11-13 oz.) peel, chop ¼ inch dice.2 small parsnips, (6-8 oz.) peel, cut in ¼ inch rounds.1¼ cups Swanson’s Chicken Broth (not low-sodium).½ stick butter (4 tablespoons), cut in 8 pieces. special Equipment: Large, heavy 3 ½-4 quart saucepan

or Dutch Oven, with lid.servings: Six to eight. (Great for company)Wash cabbage, cut two large leaves from the cabbage and

place one over the bottom of the saucepan (reserve other leaf). Cut the cabbage in half and finely shred (1/8- inch) one-half of the cabbage, reserve the other half for a later dinner.

Layer the ingredients TWICE. Place half of the pota-toes over the bottom and lightly salt, then place half of the chopped onion, then half of the shredded cabbage, and last, half of the parsnip rounds. Repeat these four layers. Pour all of the broth over the top of the vegetables, then place the reserved large cabbage leaf over the top and press down to firm the vegetables. Place the lid over the saucepan and bring mixture to a boil over high heat, lower heat to a “sim-mer” and cook 45 MINUTES to 1 HOUR until vegetables are tender.

Remove pot to a mat on your counter, remove and dis-card cabbage leaf (leaf on the bottom is o.k.), scatter butter over the top. Lightly mash the vegetables with a “potato masher” so you have fine to medium chunk texture. Taste. Carefully stir in salt with a spoon if needed. n

First Trip to New DentistBy Kathy Thornton

It was all Lucille’s fault. If she hadn’t been in terrible pain, if she had driven me to class instead of my having to dig out my keys to the Electric Car and put them in my gym bag and drive myself, this never would have happened.

Then there was my husband’s part in the episode. If he hadn’t felt it necessary to drive with me to the clubhouse for his meeting. If, after we shot a game or two of pool, he hadn’t felt it necessary (because he believes I have no patience with electronic stuff) to go out to the Electric Car’s computer and input the new dentist’s address this never would have happened.

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Then there was the GPS that thought I was on the 78 freeway instead of Vista Way and kept trying to get me to turn at Exit 7. If all this hadn’t made me so nervous from trying to find a new address, I might not have started my first encounter with the dentist’s receptionist, saying that I may seem to be some kind of nut but I cannot get my car started and will probably need to call my husband after my appointment. I am sure she needed to hear the details of how I not only left my keys in my gym bag at home, but my cell phone was keeping them company, thus causing the need to borrow her phone.

After the appointment with the nice dentist, who made me very unhappy by telling me I needed to have my upper right molar removed, I would not have sounded so distraught in finding out the other bad news that indeed my Electric Car would not start. It said things like “no remote detected, use transmitter pocket to start.” Well, how the heck did I get there if I did not have a key? Just a side note here: The car started because my darling husband was in the car at the clubhouse and left it running for me to drive to the dentist.

As I come back in to the receptionist, she is busy with another distraught woman, who has her poor old mom in the car who cannot remember who or where her dentist is. Luckily the daughter had driven here before and thinks

she has the right place. The receptionist is then helped in this mystery by the hygienist who overhears the loud conversation and recognizes her mom’s last name. As they talk about her mom’s treatment, I am now able to ask the quiet receptionist if I might borrow her phone. She then attempts to hand me the receiver. But it is hooked electronically to her ear bud and will not reach to me so I can talk. So she goes to another room and calls my husband on both his cell and home phones and leaves him a very nice message stating that his wife is at the dentist and is unable to start her car, and would he please come get her.

The daughter overhears my difficulty and asks, “Where do you live? I am going up the hill.” I do not know what going up the hill means, but say I live in Ocean Hills. She asks where. I say on a street you will not know called Collinos. She says, “I know it. My mom lives on Galicia.”

I then take my Angel up on her offer to give me a ride up the hill and I get to meet her tiny mom all buckled up in the back seat. Back home, I find my husband electronically oblivious to the fact that I am missing with no way to get home. He has not listened to the phone messages and my plea to come fetch me.

What serendipity for me to have had the good fortune to meet my Angel. n


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Getting to KnowOur NeighborsBy Helen Nielsen Elizabeth Haynes

There is probably not a street in OHCC without at least one resident who has chosen to retire in this special community after spending many younger, active years in a noteworthy and interesting occupation. Our new Theater Arts group’s Feb. 3rd presentation featuring Elizabeth Haynes and her past Life with Lucy presentation is definitely an example.

Elizabeth moved to Ocean Hills in 1988 – retiring after a 50-year career in the Hollywood fashion world. Her career was launched when she was a mere toddler learning to walk amidst fabrics, bows and a foot-treadle sewing machine. This led to her early interest in the creative arts – turning yards of fabric into stunning haute couture garments fit for a beautiful movie star known to the world as Lucy!

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until she was nine years of age when the family moved to Los Angeles, Calif. After graduation from high school, she worked in a dry-cleaning shop, learning advanced sewing skills including millinery and fine tailoring. Following her marriage to Lou in 1935, the newlyweds moved to Burbank, close to Warner Bros. Studios. It was there that she worked at her sister’s business – a costume shop where a wide variety of wardrobes were created, some for movie productions, others for variety shows in Las Vegas. She placed her name in a sewing work pool at the studios, and one day received a call seeking a very experienced seamstress for the wardrobe department in the studio filming I Love Lucy. Because her talents proved outstanding, she was hired to work with the supervisor in charge of wardrobe production. When her supervisor retired, Elizabeth moved into that position and was placed in charge of the entire wardrobe team for Desilu Productions, where she constantly met interesting challenges, designs and deadlines of the filming industry.

Following Elizabeth’s retirement in 1988, she and her husband moved to Ocean Hills and became very involved in community activities. OHCC’s Theater Arts productions hugely benefited from her talents and willingness to share her skills. As for Lou, he had previously enjoyed big band and jazz musical pursuits, which he was able to continue here.

One of her proudest achievements was being asked to create the wedding dress for Lucy’s daughter Lucie and by being further honored by having this gown on display at the Smithsonian Institution. Elizabeth was recently honored here by having the building in which theatrical costumes are stored named “Elizabeth’s Palace.” On February 1, 2015, this gracious lady will be celebrating her 100th birthday with us in Ocean Hills. n

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Cutting through theCholesterol ConfusionBy Andy Truban

High blood cholesterol -- particularly high LDL (low-density lipoprotein -- is a well-known risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Cholesterol occurs only in animal foods, like beef, poultry, pork, sea food, eggs and dairy products. In addition to cholesterol, animal foods often contain saturated fat, which is also linked to increased blood cholesterol levels.

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manufactured by the liver and other organs. It serves an important part of every cell. The bad side is that too much in your blood raises your risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Cholesterol can collect in your arteries and form plaques which narrow the arteries and cause them to be inflexible, thus increasing your risk for heart attacks and stroke.

Enter Eggs: Eggs are unique in that they are high in dietary cholesterol (186 milligrams per egg, nearly all in the yolk), but not in saturated fat. Research on eggs is extensive with varied results

the egg debate: Does eating eggs raise your cholesterol? Yes and no. “Two thirds of our population do not experience any rise in cholesterol, even after three eggs per day for four weeks,” asserts Maria Fernandez, PHD, professor of nutrition, University of Connecticut. “The other third experience a rise in both LDL (bad cholesterol) and HDL (good cholesterol).” Dr. Fernandez further explains the LDL/HDL ratio of the bad versus good cholesterol. Since HDL carries cholesterol to the liver for elimination, if the ratio is maintained, it doesn’t raise the risk of heart disease.

Researcher David Spence, MD., Professor at Western University in London, Canada, says, “The story doesn’t end there. What matters more, is that after four hours of consuming a high cholesterol meal, your arteries are

inflamed with almost a 40 percent increase in oxidized LDL and increased oxidative stress. These factors do not bode well for cardiovascular health and the consuming of eggs.”

the Cholesterol-diabetes link: More researchers agree there is a connection between eggs and diabetes. Three research papers all concluded that egg consumption raised CVD risk in people with diabetes. What’s more, these studies reported that more than one egg a day actually increased the risk for developing type 2 diabetes in the general population.

the bottom line: Play it safe by sticking with the American Heart Association’s guidelines listed below. If you like eggs, its best to limit them to one a day. You may also want to use an egg white substitute. Dr. Spence states, “If you do eat a whole egg or other cholesterol-containing foods, choose plant-based foods for your other meals.”

dietary Cholesterol guidelines:• For most people: less than 300 milligrams per day.• For those who have a high risk for contracting

coronary heart disease, or have an LDL cholesterol level of 100 mg/dl or more: less than 200 milligrams per day.

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Laughter Boosts HealthTwo studies presented at the American College of Sports

Medicine’s annual meeting in Seattle found that laughter not only can reduce stress, which can damage the heart. It can lead to improved blood flow, which can help ward off high blood pressure.

The first study included a small group of healthy adults who were asked to watch either a comedy or a serious doc-umentary film. They were then checked for activity of the carotid arteries — the main arteries in the neck that bring blood to the brain and face during the films.

People who watched the comedy displayed improved “arterial compliance” — the amount of blood that moves through the arteries at a given time. Decreased arterial com-pliance is often linked to high blood pressure and heart dis-ease.

The lead researcher, Jun Sugawara said, “Arterial compli-ance was improved for a full 24 hours after subjects watched a funny movie. Laughing is not the complete solution to a healthy heart, but it appears to contribute to positive ef-fects.”

The second study focused on vascular function and the dilation of blood vessels. When a second group watched ei-ther a comedy or a serious documentary, there was more di-lation of blood vessels during the comedy. Constricted blood vessels can be a cause of high blood pressure, the news re-lease said.

Lead researcher on the second study, Takashi Tarumi said, “Not only did comedies improve vascular dilation, but watching a documentary about a depressing subject was ac-tually harmful to the blood vessels. These documentaries constricted blood vessels by about 18 percent.”

In both studies, the beneficial effects of laughter lasted for 24 hours. n

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I Love A MysteryBy Ira M. Landis

It was quite difficult to stick with Preston and Child’s White Fire, but I did so in order to be fair in my responsibility to readers. I’ve read all the thrillers featuring A.X.L. Pendergast as the protagonist and up to this point thoroughly enjoyed them. Naturally, all the excerpts of reviewer’s comments on the book jacket were over the top in their superlative comments.

The moral is, “Don’t believe everything you read.”Some readers may be turned off by the descriptions

of cannibalism that are pervasive in the plot. Others may find the intertwining of a long-lost Sherlock Holmes story difficult to follow and accept as is the involvement of Oscar Wilde.

Corrie Swanson is actively pursuing her last bit of research to finally achieve her doctor of criminology degree. When her efforts are rejected by her faculty adviser, she heads off to Colorado to pursue a new approach at an exclusive ski resort where she quickly gets into trouble with the law. Special Agent Pendergast arrives in town unexpectedly to rescue his protege. His sudden arrival coincides with the first attack by a murderous arsonist who begins burning down multimillion dollar mansions. With the town snowed in and under savage attack and Corrie’s life in grave danger, Pendergast must solve the enigma of the past, before the town of the present goes up in flames.

There is fiction and then there is fiction. I am sorry to state that I cannot recommend this book. I am sure you can better occupy your time.

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I feel obliged to leave you on a more upbeat note. Do any of you remember the book and movie, The Lincoln Lawyer and its lead character Mickey Haller? Although the movie is not out yet, the new Michael Connelly book, The Gods of Guilt, is, and it is a gripper.

Mickey suddenly gets a text alerting him to the murder of a former client. In addition, he is in dire need of the funds a murder trial would bring to his practice, hopefully alleviating the pressures from those seeking payment of his outstanding bills.

The case is suddenly about more than the guilt or innocence of the defendant. It’s about finding out what happened to a woman he once cared about, a woman who is back in “the life.” Far from saving her, Mickey might have been the one who actually put her in danger. He plunges directly into a world of dangerous intrigue to get justice for both of his living and dead clients.

The Gods of Guilt shows once again why the Los Angeles Times stated that “Michael Connelly excels, easily surpassing even John Grisham in the building of courtroom suspense.” I find that a powerful recommendation and a statement that book club members may wish to debate. n


the 19,000 dogs procured between 1942 and 1945, about 45 percent failed to pass basic training. Those that did moved on to more intensive training -- and the opportunity to acquire specialized skills. Many learned how to perform sentry duty. Others learned to become scouts or how to sniff out mines and bombs. Although most were not out-and-out attack dogs, all received instruction in what the military calls “controlled aggressiveness,” which requires a dog to attack an enemy soldier upon command and to attack, without command, someone threatening its handler.

Modern war dogs follow a similar regimen. The biggest difference today is the price tag to get a dog prepared for battle. The cost of training a single animal can be $50,000 to $100,000, depending on its specialization.

The U.S. military treats war dogs much differently these days. With so much time, effort and money spent on war dogs, you can bet the Department of Defense likes to take care of them. A unit embraces a canine companion as a fellow warrior that deserves the same attention and respect as any human soldier. This extends to medical care, both on the field and in the hospital. In Iraq and Afghanistan, the biggest threat to dogs is the explosive devices they are trying to sniff out. The scorching heat takes its toll, leading to a dangerous stomach condition known as bloat. A dog’s

Kippel’s Pet CornerBy Ellen Kippel

Training and Deploymentof War Dogs – Part 2

By the time World War II started, two breeds had become synonymous with war dog. The first was the German shepherd and the second was the Doberman pinscher. More importantly, they are highly intelligent and could absorb and retain training better than other dogs. Today, German shepherds remain popular at U.S. military bases around the world. Defense officials also rely heavily on Labrador retrievers and Malinois dogs. Labs earned their reputation as diligent workers on docks and wharves in Newfoundland, where they worked alongside fishermen to pull in nets and catch escaped fish, but their even temperament and trainability make them ideal military working dogs. The Malinois, a breed developed in the Belgian city of Mechelen (Malines in French), looks like a German shepherd, but has a slighter build. Its smaller size makes it no less valuable, however. It’s a strong, agile dog with an impeccable work ethic and an obedient disposition.

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handler, trained in veterinary first aid, can provide some basic assistance in the field. Dogs with serious injuries, however, must take a ride on a medevac helicopter to one of several military veterinary centers located around the world.

Dogs with long-term injuries -- physical or psychological -- might be sent back to the Holland Working Dog Veterinary Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. There, they can receive physical therapy or, if they’re suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, a few sessions with a canine psychologist. Most dogs return to action after their wounds have healed. After four or five deployments, usually when a dog is eight or nine years old, it is eligible for retirement. n

The Street Where You Live:Aeolus WayBy Dora Truban

Modern Aeolia is a volcanic archipelago situated off the northern coast of Sicily in the Tyrrhenian Sea. Their seven islands are: Alicudi, Filicudi, Lipari, Panarea, Salina, Stromboli and Vulcano. These islands boast a mild climate, crystal seas, black sands, beautiful sunsets and Stromboli’s lava flows.

Ancient Aeolis – also called Aeolia – was a group of ancient cities on the west coast of Anatolia (Turkey), in the northwest region of Asia Minor. After the Trojan Wars, Greek hero Odysseus anchored in Aeolia. King Aeolus, “Keeper of the Wind,” favored him with a tied skin-bag containing unfavorable winds. His crew opened it. Harsh winds blew them back.

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Our Aeolus neighbors can boast of their historic street. n

Shopping AroundBy the Phantom Shopper

Just how much water do we waste in the morning when we drain the cold water from our faucets waiting for the hot water to arrive? Plenty, especially when your heater is located on the other side of your house. Spotted in The Home Depot is an appliance that will circulate your water throughout your house and provide hot water within seconds. It really works. It’s called a water circulator and it is in the store’s water-heater section. It sells for $200 and says (on the box) it’s easy to install. I don’t believe it. Anything that requires plumbing, I will refer to my wife or a professional plumber.

If you think produce at Ralph’s or Albertsons is high, just wait a few months. The drought has claimed its victims in the California breadbasket of the Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys that virtually decimated this year’s crops. On top of that, reports from Brazil also have described a heat

wave that has seriously damaged this year’s crops of sugar, soybean and coffee. So commodities like these will likely be both expensive and scarce. Have you tried any of the imported avocados from south of the border? Not good! n



Donovan’s Steak &Chop House4340 La Jolla Drive, La Jolla858-450-6666 Open daily except Sundays. Dinner hours start at 4 p.m.

There is no doubt in anyone’s mind that Donovan’s is a very classy restaurant, from the moment the valet takes your car (complimentary) to the time you enter the mahogany front doors and are greeted and seated by a staff of ladies. Apparently our host has a record of patronizing Donovan’s frequently, because his reserved table had his name on a bronze placard placed on it. As guests, we could not be more impressed. The ambience is old-school décor with mahogany wood paneling, low lighting, and white linens. Tuxedoed table captains, waiters, bus boys and water attendants made sure the tables were well attended.

The menu offered a wide variety of beef cuts such as steaks, filet mignon and rib eye. The young captain suggested a 24-ounce, slow-roasted prime rib ($60) with a la carte of veggies on the side. It crossed my mind that 24 ounces of anything would last me several meals. I settled on their Restaurant Week Special ($45) with a starter of an overly generous serving of deep-fried calamari that I shared with others. For the entrée, I selected a short rib with garlic mashed potatoes, snap peas, white string beans and a small peeled carrot. It was just about perfect. My dinner partner selected an eight-ounce filet mignon and an unusual version of potatoes au gratin that contained very thinly sliced potatoes topped with cheese and presented in a 4-by-4-inch formed cube. Our host and his wife had their favorite salad: an iceberg lettuce wedge with a creamy blue cheese dressing infused with bits of bacon and carrots. Both he and his wife ordered the larger filet mignon, a favorite dish they have enjoyed over the years.

We sampled each other’s desserts that were included in the special. They had an undeniably the best crème brulée in town. Served in a large but shallow dish, it allowed a very large sugary crust to be formed on top. I had the cheese cake drizzled with a strawberry syrup and slices of fresh strawberry. Excellent!

Most of the beef entrees were priced in the $40-to-$50 range while salads and desserts were around $10. With four wait persons on stand-by, along with a captain and maitre’d, service was quite satisfactory but not obtrusive. You can see I won’t be dining there every week, but for special occasions, it could not have been any better. n

(Restaurant Writer Gilda Spiegl has been ill lately and the Village Voice staff has temporarily substituted for her. The staff and readers wish her a speedy recovery so she can once again return to her desk.)

Filet mignon with potato and veggies.

A generous portion of créme brulé.

Fried calamari appetizer.


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Fish District Eatery2675 Gateway Road, Ste 102Carlsbad, 1-442-244-0221 Daily 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The Fish District Eatery, in the Bressi Ranch Village Center , has been open for only a couple of months, but this new, family owned seafood restaurant is already drawing high praise from its customers.

The name says it all -- a menu highlighting a variety of seafood served in four distinctly different styles and all priced accordingly. The four Off the Grill choices are Taco on soft corn tortilla with lettuce, tomato and siracha sauce; Sandwich with lettuce, tomato on a telera roll with sauce and coleslaw; Wrap a tortilla with lettuce, black beans, rice or quinoa, sauce choice and chips; or Plate served with your choice of side and sauce. Fish selections are wahoo,

salmon, Mahi Mahi, halibut, swordfish, Ahi tuna, sea bass and shrimp.

All seafood dishes are prepared to your order and can be grilled, seared or blackened (upon request) with salt and pepper. Additional sides are coleslaw, rice, quinoa, French fries, sweet potato fries and rice pilaf ($2). Extras include roasted cauliflower, green beans, sautéed vegetables and spring mix salad ($3).

I ordered the beer-battered Fish and Chips, cod with fries and caper sauce ($11). Because I do not care for capers, I was able to switch to tartar sauce. My entrée was served in a paper-lined basket with three nice sized pieces of crispy battered fish sitting atop the French fries. Everything was

Filet mignon with potato and veggies.Perfectly done fish-and-chips. You can’t miss the Fish District sign.


piping hot and the sweet fish inside the coating was moist and flaky.

At the Fish District, orders are placed at the counter and the food is delivered to your table. On each table is a small wire basket with a condiment assortment of four spicy sauces, malt vinegar, ketchup plus salt and pepper. The staff was patient and helpful in explaining the menu and the service was quick.

Other Fish District Eatery favorite dishes include Tuna Melt ($9); Scallop & Shrimp Melt ($10); Salmon Burger ($10.95), Shrimp Basket ($12) all come on a brioche bun and with fries. The Louie Shrimp Sandwich with slaw ($9) is made with shrimp, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red onion, egg and 1,000 Island dressing. Soup sizes are cup/bowl/family and choices are East Hampton Clam Chowder ($4/$6/$10.50), Lemongrass Shrimp or Fish Stew priced

($4.25/$8/$14.50). Kid’s menu offerings

are Fish and Chips, ($7); Tuna Melt ($6), Corn Dog ($6), Tempura Chicken fingers ($5), Tillamook Grilled Cheese ($5), or Quesadilla ($5) and all come with fries. There is a Happy Hour daily from 2-6 p.m. with the special menu offering Beer battered Fish Taco ($2) or Shrimp ($2.50), Fish & Chips with slaw ($9), or a Shrimp Basket with fries & slaw ($10).

Appetizer suggestions list Ahi Tuna Poke ($8), (poke is a

Hawaiian word meaning to cut crosswise into pieces), Panko Calamari Strips ($6), Shrimp Ceviche ($6), Shrimp Cocktail ($8) and Crispy Ahi Poke Tacos ($8). Several brands of local craft beers are available on tap.

Be sure to check out the nearby Fish District Eatery, where you can eat in or carry away, when it’s seafood you are hungering for. n

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Out & About inSan Diego CountyBy Jack Shabel

San Diego ZooAll around the nation and maybe even around the world,

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The San Diego Zoo is like a mini safari. Most zoos are the same for each visit. Luckily, the experience with the animals is usually different. Well, the zoo seems to be always evolving. Over the past decade, it has continued to transform itself, creating state-of-the-art animal areas that include Polar Rim, Panda Canyon and Elephant Odyssey. The recently completed Outback area is the latest addition with great viewing of koalas and other Australian animals like wallabies and Tasmanian devils.

Connecting each of these centerpieces are “trails,” each with a theme. Some are wheelchair accessible and all are marked with their distance, time and level of difficulty.

The pandas are perennially popular at the San Diego Zoo. However, their exhibit is sometimes closed for the good of these shy animals. When they are on display, lines can get quite long to see them. Another wonderful feature is a botanical garden with more than 6,500 plant species. Some of the zoo’s plants are more exotic than the animals. Plant-lovers can pick up special garden guides near the entrance. To avoid the rush of tourists, the best time to visit the zoo is from October until May.



The zoo is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is located in Balboa Park, at 2920 Zoo Drive San Diego, CA 92101. Their phone number is 619-234-3153 and their website is sandiegozoo.org. Admission to the zoo is $46 for adults and $36 for children 12 and under. There is a huge gift shop and a many eating establishments throughout the park. A lot of the money collected by the zoo goes directly to wildlife conservation programs. The San Diego Zoo is world renowned as a leader in trying to save endangered species around the world. A visit to the San Diego Zoo is an awfully fun way to spend a day and when you consider that you are helping the animals on our planet survive what we crazy humans try to do to them, it makes it all worthwhile. n

Real Estate CornerBy Tom Brennan

(Tom has been involved in all aspects of real estate for more than 40 years, both as a lawyer and as a realtor.)

Home Health Risks — Part 1Each of us faces a variety of risks

to our health as we go about our daily lives. Some risks are unavoidable while others are avoidable if we take the opportunity to make informed choices. Indoor air pollution and exposure to hazardous substances in the home are risks we can and should do something about.

Recently, a growing body of scientific studies (Center for Disease Control, EPA, etc.) has concluded that the air within homes and other buildings can be more dangerously polluted than the outdoor air in even the largest and most industrialized cities in the U.S. Moreover, it has been estimated that Americans spend approximately 90 percent of their time indoors, whether in homes, schools or workplaces. This percentage climbs even higher for sub-populations, such as the elderly and people with disabilities. This article and next month’s article will focus on several of the more common indoor pollutants.

(1) Mold. Mold is a non-technical name commonly used to refer to any fungus that is growing in the indoor environment. This fungus feeds on dead organic matter and, provided with sufficient moisture, can live off many materials found in the homes (e.g., wood, insulation, drywall, wallpaper, carpet glue, and everyday dust and dirt). Mold can cause a variety of adverse health effects, including allergic reactions and immune response (asthma, coughing, etc.), infectious disease, and sometimes even toxic effects (liver cancer from a mold-produced toxin in food).

Mold growth can be caused by any condition that results in the accumulation of excess moisture (rain leaks, clogged rain gutters, stagnant water in appliances and drip pans). Accordingly, common intervention methods of addressing mold problems include:

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level (fixing water leakage, sloping soil away from the foundation, etc.).

(2) Carbon Monoxide. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a significant combustion pollutant and a leading cause of poisoning deaths in the U.S. The most frequent types of equipment blamed for CO-related deaths are gas fueled-space heaters and ranges, furnaces, charcoal grills and wood stoves. The risk of unintentional CO fatalities, as with fire deaths, is highest among the very young (4 years or younger) and the elderly (75 years and older). CO is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause sudden illness and death. Headache, fatigue, weakness, nausea, chest pain, dizziness are the most frequent symptoms of CO poisoning.

The following are suggestions to reduce internal CO levels:

• never use gas-powered equipment (charcoal grills, hibachis, lanterns, etc.) in enclosed areas or indoors;

• use appliances that have electronic ignitions instead of

pilot lights (they are more energy efficient as well);• install and use exhaust fans vented to the outdoors;• do not idle a car or gas-fueled lawn mower in the

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Scams Update By Ira M. Landis

The scam attempts continue to arrive daily. Somehow I have become a valuable commodity on the scammers suckers list. The latest missive warns me to beware of other scammers in an attempt to establish credibility with me. I, in turn, warn you about similar letters you may receive. I fear OHCC may be becoming a hunting ground for these crooks. do not ContaCt/rEsPond in anY MannEr to these thieves. If you do, I assure you that you will be sorry you did.

“UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA NIGERIAHEAD OFFICE ADDRESS UBA HOUSE57 MARINA P.O. BOX 2406 LAGOS NIGERIAPHONE: +234 814 066 8110FAX: 234 674 4782 910WEBSITE: WWW.UBAGROUP.COM Greetings,Am David Morise, director cash processing unit, united

bank for Africa [UBA the only bank appointed by the O.AU. Members lead by President John Kuffor.

Because of the frauds going on in West Africa countries where some innocent beneficiaries were asked to pay in advance before receiving their money owed to them.

The above Africa union held meeting in Nigeria and

resolve to pay all beneficiaries in cash through means of diplomatic courier service. We receive your files from international monetary fund (I.M.F.) as one of the beneficiaries.

Take note; three thousand united state dollars (usd$3,000) have been mapped out for all expenses in taxes and other doccumets that matters.

Therefore, I want you to bear it in mind that your total fund will be no more Ten million five hundred thousand united state dollars ($10,500,000.00) but ten million four hundred and ninety seven thousand united state dollars ($10,497,000.00).

If anybody tells you that he is paying you in bank draft or telegraphic money transfer both western union and money gram, do not listen to him or her because due to this frauds no international bank honors our remittance instruction any more that is why we settled to pay in cash through courier.

We also received a security report that you paid the fraudsters who have been deceiving you, telling you that they are going to send this money to you.

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Your fund will now be packaged in box and take to the diplomatic courier service for immediate shipment, I will also send the picture of the box by attachment to you to see how the money is packed, and I will send you more mails to give you more information for you to know the genuineness of this transaction.

therefore, do forward your home address and direct phone number to this E-Mail [email protected]

All the documents will be sent to you if I am assured that you have stopped sending money to those fraudsters.

Am waiting to hear from you with the required information of yours.

David MoriseDirector cash processing unitunited bank for Africa. (U.B.A).Email:[email protected]” n

The CrustyCurmudgeonBy Bob Wong

English 101I am proud I belong to a generation

that had the good fortune to go to school where the teachers had a deep personal interest in my progress -- especially in English.

While I was not the best student in the 6th grade class, I learned how to write in the cursive manner, a step above the first graders who had to print the alphabet. Now I hear that school children no longer have to write cursively. Please don’t tell me they have no way of writing their name on the signature line? Do they print? Do they just scribble an undecipherable scratch like CEOs on documents? How can the banks identify your name on a check, if they can’t write?

Well, I’ve been told the new generation doesn’t write checks. They don’t sign checks. After all, what are computers for? Why carry plastic cards? Isn’t every child equipped with an iPad? Well, excuuuuuse me! I don’t own an iPad, or an iPhone, or anything with an i in front of it (except iGlasses).

And while I’m on this bandwagon, I get to complain about the use of “I” and “me.” Apparently this new generation constantly misuses this first person singular in everyday speech and particularly in public … notably on TV. On the 5 p.m. newscast on one of the notable channels, the reporter says, “That wasn’t apparent to I.” Since when is a direct object in a sentence of a first person singular “I”?! Anyone using incorrect grammar in my school got slapped on the hand. Now, I know newscasters merely read the script in front of them, but really, should we blame the script writers?

Here’s another gripe I have to get off my chest. I often hear, “Me and Henry went off to hang-out.” “Me and Henry”?! Since when is “Me” going to hang-out? A baby might say, “Me wants to eat candy” or “Me go home.” I forgive the poor kid, but most of us in grammar school learned proper English.

As Professor Higgins in “My Fair Lady” sings, “Why


can’t the English use proper English? The Americans haven’t used it for years.” I believe it.

But I am being told I have to go with the flow. While speaking to anyone younger than 30, I have to remind myself, they don’t use English the way we oldies were taught. Maybe I had better learn the new talk and use the new vernacular. You know, the new talk, you know, the way they talk, you know the way they write, you know.

Me don’t know. Maybe they can teach I and Henry. You know. n

The Golf GameBy Peter Russell

What a series of sports news! As I write this article for submission to the Village Voice for the March issue, we have just concluded four most interesting and enjoyable sporting events that are of interest to all of us here in San Diego! First, there was the Torrey Pines Farmers Insurance golfing classic that was won by Steve Stallings after a most interesting daily change in the Leader Board. Second, the Waste Management Phoenix Open in Scottsdale that was won by Kevin Stadler. Third, the NFL Super Bowl played in New Jersey (of all places) that was won handily by the Seattle Sea Hawks, who defeated the Denver Broncos with

Steve Stallings Kevin Stadler Stephen Gallacher

a score of 43 to 8! And fourth, and not to be outdone by the previous, was the Omega Dubai Desert Classic golfing event that was finally won by Stephen Gallacher. Why were these four events so important to all of us sports lovers?

The golfing events are only too obvious. That is our sport of choice. But we’re also very much in tune with the NFL because of the San Diego Chargers, right? In each case these were the final tests of some of the best athletes in the world, and in the case of the golfing community, the “young Turks” are emerging and sweeping out the “older” folks. I am saddened, yet looking forward to years of great golf by these young folks:

a. At Torrey Pines our ever present Phil Mickelson left early with a bad back, and the indomitable Tiger Woods missed the cut on Friday! Stallings final birdie capped off a wild day at Torrey Pines, one that didn’t include Tiger Woods or Phil Mickelson for the first time in two decades.


b. In Phoenix Bubba Watson battled Kevin Stadler for first place until finally Kevin won by one stroke over Bubba. This was Kevin’s first PGA win, following in the footsteps of his father, Craig, years ago. With his victory, Stadler qualifies to play in April at the Masters, where his father will also be in the field as a past Masters champion. It will be the first time that a father and son are in the field together. Stadler, who lives only a few blocks away, won for the first time in 239 starts on the PGA Tour and captured the $1.116 million first prize. Not bad for a first big win!

c. And in Dubai, Tiger missed out once again. He came in tied for 41st place with a -6. Phil once again dropped out due to a bad back. This event was won by the defending champion Stephen Gallacher with a -16.

It was so obvious to me that the short game once again dominated each of the final winners. Oh, sure, the long ball hitters were always in a position to take advantage of their pitching and putting skills, but the pitching, chipping and putting was the final answer for the leader boards. I loved the comparison between the three venues of Torrey Pines’ beautiful ocean views and long fairways, the Arizona desert perspective, and then the Dubai course with its entirely different local flavor. You gotta love this game in all of its variety and views. What the heck, even Emerald Isle has its admirers.

And the moral of my story: play well, enjoy your game, and live to tell a story of your prowess to your grandchildren. That’s golf. n

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The Movie SceneBy Joan Buchholz

The Monuments MenOnce in a while, a good movie comes along that is geared

to the more serious and mature audience. The Monuments Men is one of them. It’s not a documentary but is based on a true story of some art historians who have been drafted into World War II in search of art objects that were stolen by the

Nazis. Of course not every element of the movie is true as there are some scenes that are unabashedly injected to mere-ly create some suspense and excitement. George Clooney plays Frank Stokes who is the head of the gang that includes Matt Damon, Bill Murray and John Goodman, to name a few over-the-hill Yanks. Cate Blanchett, the only woman in the film, holds the key to the location of the stolen art.

The Monuments Men shows heroes being thwarted by the higher echelon in their quest. There are no good men

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and no bad men; just men with different priorities. In one scene, a field officer informs Frank Stokes that even though a certain church contains significant art, they’ll still bomb it if the Germans use it as a hiding place. You will understand where he’s coming from; you can’t stop the war for the sake of saving a particular work of art. War is war and people and art will suffer. But the movie ends well, as we all know from the past headlines that proclaim the discovery of art pieces found in copper and salt mines. I have to hand it 3½ smiles because I love movies that are factually based. And I love seeing the all-star cast. n

Village HappeningsBy Selma Leighton

doo Wop, the beatles, Country. These are some of the types of music that are brought to us by a two-year-old musical group, The Village Jammers. Of the 18 to 20 members, 14 to 16 of them are regulars. The group was started by Paul Gordon and remains under his leadership. Mimi Schroeder is the producer.

There are many talented folks, including Bill Smith on keyboard. He is truly multi-talented, going from making

beautiful music to telling “sometimes” funny jokes on the stage at Bingo. I wonder which of these keep wife Susan smiling the most?

They are a nonprofit group, of course, but Mimi told me that once, much to her embarrassment, a man gave her a $1 tip. Natu-rally, it went right into the kitty, which brought that to a

grand total of $34.By the way, I mentioned

a ukulele group, “Wee Three,” in last month’s article. I neglected to mention their names: Lyn Asaro, Helen Sloan and Renee Kelson.

the friday Morning discussion group. On the more intellectual side of the spectrum, we have the Friday Morn-ing Discussion Group, led by Alfred DeLeo. When he stands in front of the group, with his three-minute timer controlling the speakers, he is, as wife Virginia Webb says, truly a “one man show.”

Incidentally, that timer looks very much like my three-minute egg timer. Alfred is a very commanding figure (ex-cept when Virginia asks him to take out the trash).

The group was originally started as a book club, Great Books, and was ably led by Tom McCullough before Alfred took over. There are lectures on art given by Gloria Millikin and on music given by Don Kent. Almost every week, we are treated to an original poem by Joe Harris. I don’t know

how he does it, but even Shakespeare wasn’t that prolific.Some weeks, we get to write our choice of topics on the

board, and get to discuss them. This is when the three-minute timer comes out. Talk about prolific, David Koplar brings his computer to the meeting; so there’s never a short-age of facts from his side of the table.

This is what Ocean Hills is all about, folks; opportunities to broaden your mind, hear good music, or just have fun, and you all know, I like fun-ny! n

Friday Discussion Group brings a large crowd.

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Watching WildlifeBy Russ Butcher

“Flying” into the DepthsA few weeks ago, my wife and

I and a friend decided to walk out on Oceanside Pier – to look down on surfers catching the waves. Yes, we were disappointed that just a scattered few of them were riding their surfboards that day. But something else began grabbing our attention as we strolled toward the end of California’s longest wooden pier. Perhaps as many as a thousand birds were circling above the ocean, sitting on the surface, and diving into the depths.

Most obvious were many big Brown Pelicans, as they repeatedly hovered over the ocean and dive-bombed into the water to catch fish with their massive beaks.

The star performers, however, were multitudes of dark-colored birds considerably smaller than the pelicans. At first, we couldn’t figure out what kind of seabird they were. But as we neared the end of the pier, where Ruby’s Diner is located, we were able to look directly below us and see that their plumage was brownish-black on the top of the head, back, tail and long slender wings, and white beneath. Many of them were flying just above the water with a series of rapid, almost frenzied wing-beats, alternating with short glides.

We were especially fascinated by their amazing method of feeding. From just above the ocean surface, they made shallow, angled dives into the ocean and then used their wings to “fly” through the water for fish. Because the water was so clear, we were able to observe them flapping their wings as they descended into the depths. We could also see what was attracting all these birds: A huge school of small, silvery fish – likely herring or sardines – that kept constantly undulating and moving slowly under and around the end

of the pier. At one point, a fisherman snagged one of the birds and when he reeled it up to remove the hook, we observed it up close.

So, what was this “mystery” bird? After having such exceptional opportunities to watch them, we concluded they had to be a seabird known as the shearwater. When we returned home and checked our bird books, there was no doubt. It was the Black-vented Shearwater (vented refers to undertail coverts). This species measures just over a foot long and has an impressive wingspread of nearly three feet.

They breed and raise their young on two or three rocky islands off the Pacific coast of Baja California, Mexico, and many of them spend autumn and winter on the open ocean near the coast of Southern California.

Of the numerous occasions we have enjoyed a walk on Oceanside Pier, this was the only time that birds rather than surfers were the featured entertainers. For the three of us, it was a remarkable experience. n

Walking the CircuitBy Tom Fuller

Walking the circuit on a brisk afternoonIs a joy I can scarcely contain;

I see fleecy clouds in the sunlit skyAnd think of a lovely refrain.

The wind blowing softly in a gentle swirlStirs the leaves on the trees and the ground;

I think of the hills I still must climbAs I circle the village around.

This walk in the homestead is somewhat like life,For I need uphill and downhill gears;

As I keep to the right, with my eye on the goal,I am freed from my worries and fears.

So I’ll stay the course and round every curveAs the wind beats down on my face,

For nothing compares to mywalk with the Lord

Who gives me encouragement and grace. n


My Travel RecollectionsBy Joe Ashby

JordanOur trip took us to a tour of Amman, then to King Hus-

sein Mountain and to the Citadel. It dates back to the Am-monites who were attacked by the Babylonians and fled to Petra. Subsequent incursions include the Greeks and Alex-ander followed by destructions by the Romans and earth-quakes. A few Corinthian columns of the Temple of Hercules stood tall in the morning sun. A nearby archeological muse-um impressed us with a good collection of fossils and arti-facts. We continued to explore the ruins of the Citadel that included the Basilica Palace for the Califa that matched the beauty of the Alhambra in Spain.

It was only a short trip to Old Town and the King’s Pal-ace. What a surprise it was to find an ancient amphitheater in such good shape after nearly two-thousand years. The Romans, under Marcus Aurelias built structures that last. I climbed to the top for a better view only to meet two teen-aged boys who were very interested in practicing their Eng-lish. From there, we reached the place once inhabited by the people of Lott, Sodom & Gomorra. Then we arrived at the Dead Sea which is not only a tourist delight, but also the source of curative mud and skin treatments. The glimmer-ing waters were 85°F luring many people to venture into the lifeless waters. We tested the waters, and surely enough, found ourselves to be quite buoyant despite the large meal we had just put away. With just a few feet from the shore, the effects of the salty water took hold and it was a chore to get ourselves vertical again once we had started to float. It was beginning to get late as we showered off the salt resi-due, departed and returned to Amman. The road was load-ed with small trucks laden high with fruit and tomatoes heading north.

We ended the day with a dinner with a Jordanian fami-ly. The host and his family were members of the Greek Or-thodox Christian Church who lived in an upscale apartment

with an expansive view of the city of Amman. The husband retired from concrete and masonry occupation but his son took over his place. Our meal was upside down chicken, a casserole of chicken and rice with eggplant, well seasoned. We enjoyed our meal and the friendship of our hosts and re-turned to our hotel for a night of rest. n

A band welcomes us.

A traveling vendor pours tea.

Ruins of the temple of Hercules


Vista Farmers’ MarketEvery Saturday morning, hundreds of people head to the

Vista Courthouse parking lot that is converted into a farm-ers’ market. To describe it as a farmers’ market is an under-statement: it is a grand fair.

Dozens of stalls sell everything from organic fruit and vegetables, flowers, and especially freshly prepared food. Almost all food from various countries is represented. You can enjoy gyros, giant tacos and burritos, shish kabobs and falafel, desserts -- just to name a few. Some of the organic items are a bit pricey, but what organics are not? The bunch-es of flowers are priced far less than supermarkets, howev-er. Farther down the path, vendors sell clothing and jewelry that attract the ladies. Men prefer the garden section where succulents and other plants are nicely displayed and sold. There is even an impromptu band playing popular tunes that adds to the festivities.

All in all, for a fascinating Saturday morning, try the farmers’ market. They are open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. You’ll like it. n

News from an O’side Harbor Restaurant

The Monterey Bay Canners Restaurant overlooking Oceanside Harbor, which is a favorite dining venue for at least some OHCC residents, has announced that it closed earlier this month for remodeling. It is scheduled to reopen in April as the Oceanside Broiler, with new menus and new staff. It is located at 1325 Harbor Dr. North. Phone: 760-722-3474. n

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A great day at farmers’ market.

Snippet HeadlinesPlastic removed from bread

Subway (Sandwich Shop) has commenced removing an ingredient from their bread dough that is found in foam plastics that is used in yoga mats and rubber-soled shoes. No wonder their bread had a peculiar taste and a rubbery feeling.

****A camera to photograph intestines

There are cameras everywhere -- in the house, on the streets and in every cell phone carried around by most peo-ple. Now they have a camera in a pill that will photograph what goes on in your intestines. The images are transmit-ted on a recording device around the patient’s waist. This will replace the traditional colonoscopies for those who have trouble with standard procedures. We anticipate the compa-ny has plans to eventually have transmissions in high defini-tion, color and stereo.

****Ad: Take a laxative before boarding a plane

While you may not have seen this in the print media, I am sure you saw this ad on TV advertising Phillip’s Laxa-tive. Here a woman hawker convinces people standing in line for a flight at an airport to take this product. Can you imagine 200 passengers taking a laxative before taking off? Oh my, what a rush can this be in mid-air!

****An edible three-year-old pizza

It was revealed that the U.S. Army has developed a piz-za that can be still edible after surviving three years. They claim the pizza tastes the same as freshly made, according to the troops who tried it. So wait till Papa John hears about this. n

Are Computers A Big,Fat Mystery?

Do your grandchildren know way more about comput-ers than you do? Perhaps it’s time to shake hands with a computer and get acquainted.

Your Ocean Hills Computer Club is sponsoring free com-puter classes. We start with the very basics. Class is held in the Clubhouse using computers in our own Computer Room. Just bring yourself; you don’t need to own a comput-er. Classes will be taught by a patient and knowledgeable in-structor.

Have fun with mouse skills, keyboarding, computer games, digital photos, surfing the wonderful world wide web (WWW). Learn to communicate using e-mail and Sky-pe. Using computers helps maintain mental alertness.

Call Jerry at 760-712-7518 with info and sign-ups. n


Flapjack FundraiserBrother Benno’s Auxiliary invites OHCC residents to the

March 22 Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraiser, at Applebee’s Res-taurant, 2146 Vista Way, Oceanside (at Jefferson and the 78 freeway). Breakfast will be served from 8 to 9:30 a.m. and will include pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausages, juice, milk and coffee. The cost is only $10 per person. For tickets, con-tact either Vera Bayliss – 760-295-0059 or Vikki Ramey – 760-803-6267. Please make checks out to Brother Benno’s Auxiliary and send them to Vera Bayliss, 4684 Adra Way, Oceanside 92056.

The auxiliary provides financial assistance, service and support to the Brother Benno Foundation, which in turn provides needy people with such things as meals, lodging, items of clothing, blankets, showers, haircuts, bus passes, prescriptions and hugs. Any fundraising is carried out by the organization’s volunteers. More than 90 percent of fund-ing is derived from private donations, grants and private donations. n

Clear Your ClutterEveryone falls into the same trap: we tend to keep house-

hold items, clothing, shoes, books for years, if not decades, hoping all the time that someday in the future, they may prove to be useful. And month after month we accumulate, fearful to clean out our attics, closets and garages. (The joke goes like this: Only in America do people store worthless junk in their garages while leaving cars worth thousands of dollars outside.)

If you are looking for an organization to pick up your ex-cess, but usable items, why not consider donating it to the Thrift Shop at Camp Pendleton? The need for clothing and household items, children clothing and toys is great. Ma-rines returning from the front lines to their wives and chil-dren are in desperate need of help. The Thrift Shop is often the primary source of shopping for these men and women. The prices are right; most items are sold at $1 and $2.

But while the need is great, the contributions during the

last few months have been small. They are having difficul-ty filling the sales floor, and the shelves are often bare. So the plea goes out to the residents of the Village to clean out what they don’t need and give it to a good cause. Volunteers are willing to transport contributions to Camp Pendleton. All you have to do is to call one of the following: Joe Ashby 760-630-0740, Tom Brennan 760-842-1470 or Bob Wong 760-806-1310.

Unfortunately, they do not handle TVs or furniture. n

OHCC volunteers (L to R) Joe Ashby, Bob Wong, HarrietMcCawley, Tom Brennan, Hank Talbot, Walter Sterling, and (kneeling) Shoshana Lamberg.


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Coral Trees in Full BloomAt the entrance to the Village are a half-dozen large coral

trees that had been established about 30 years ago when the builders decided to create a plush Mediterranean-like com-munity. In addition three more coral trees had been plant-ed at the parking lot in front of the Clubhouse, one of which suffered internal injuries and unfortunately had to be eu-thanized. However, the remaining trees have been recent-ly pruned and are now in full bloom with brilliant red blos-soms. These flowers attract hummingbirds locally and in the tropics, mynahs and lorikeets.

There are some 30 species of coral trees and the local spe-cies belongs to the erythrina family. The coral tree is often re-ferred to as a “flame tree” and is the official tree of the city of Los Angeles. In the tropics, coral trees are used to allow va-nilla vines to grow on. Locally, they have no practical use other than a gorgeous canopy during the summer months and a highly decorative tree during spring. n

ORT Announcement There will be an appraisal for your antique & collect-

ibles at our April fundraiser. There will be a $5 cost for each appraisal -- maximum of three items. (Please make checks payable to ORT.) This event will be part of our fundrais-er on Tuesday, April 1, at the 11 a.m. meeting, with an Ital-ian buffet luncheon at the Shadowridge Country Club, 1980 Gateway Dr. in Vista . Cost: $20 per person. Please make out your check to Shirley Merkow, 4881 Thebes Way , and place it in her tube. The deadline is March 24. n

Coral trees in full glory.


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