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A NEWSLETTER FOR THE SPRINGMILL COMMUNITY MAY, 2016Volume XIV Issue 5

Spring Planting

Sentinel Index

Pool Renovation/Spring Planting....................................…Pg. 1Committee Reports - Clubhouse & Property..................…Pg. 3Committee/Group Reports - Communications, Travel Finance, Maintenance & Repair, Activity..........…Pg. 5Committee/Group Reports - CEC, Notes from the Board, Charity Committee, Board Motions....................…Pg. 7Restaurant Review Inn at Duck Creek Book Review Marrying Mozart...............................Pg. 9Left Behind/Yoga/Daytripping .......................................…Pg. 11Library and Book Club Page..........................................…Pg. 13Mark Stone Mentalist/Signs of Spring..............................Pg. 14Mystery Dinner....................................................................Pg. 15Travel Log - Antarctica.......................................................Pg. 17Meet Your Neighbor Cynthia & Herb Frank .................…Pg. 19Middletown News/301 Update/Cultural Events ..........…Pg. 21Etcetera - Nutrition Sites/Game Corner Bocce.............…Pg. 23Sports News, Garage Sale Tips …………………..…......…Pg. 25Advertiser Spotlight, Nurses Week ….…………………….Pg. 26

Several boulders have been placed on the center island andat the entrance of the clubhouseparking lot. Annuals and someadditional perennials will be plantedlater this month. Volunteers areneeded and any assistance wouldbe appreciated. Call or email me ifyou would like to help in this effortto beautify the community. Thanksin advance.The Property Committee is planning to add edging to the frontwalkway and entrance area. We need to keep the mulch inthe garden beds rather than all over. The pool area will begetting an edging all around the garden area as well as a riverrock protection bed in the large planters. The addition of sixinch gutters on the pool area roof, hopefully, will eliminate thewaterfall effect that spreads mulch everywhere.Springmill Drive has been selected as the next area forplanting trees on the front lawn area. I have the list of treesrecommended by the arborist and who is scheduled forwhich tree.  Consent forms are needed to complete theprocess. We have some leeway as to the planting site aswell. If you decide that you do NOT want a tree, please,confirm by email or phone. The Tree Task Force wants tomake sure that everyone is aware and has been contacted. Please, call me if you have any concerns or questions.Carolyn Bodden

Pool RenovationResidents, who have been in the Clubhouse this past month,have noticed there are extensive renovations on the pool andpool area underway. Everything will be completed by the startof the pool season on Memorial Day.

The new coping and tile may be complete by the time you readthis. The concrete for the pool patio area will be poured inearly May.

Concrete: Part of the concrete around the pool is beingreplaced because a few sections werecracked, and in some cases crumbling,causing the anchors that support thepool cover to break away. Since not allof the pool decking was affected, theClubhouse Committee agreed andvoted to make corrections only to theexisting troubled spots. The BODapproved a proposal to make repairs.LaFazia Construction Co. was contracted to remove 4” thickconcrete in two large pads between the Clubhouse ramp andpool steps, a size of approximately 2,000 sq. ft. A partial pad atthe back of the pool, approximately 144 sq. ft. was alsoremoved. Expansion joints will be added and caulked. Thefinish of the new concrete will have non slip broom textureapplied to the surface. Also, the concrete mix will be integrallycolored to match existing surface better. All pool depthmarkers and sleeves will be replaced.

Coping and Tiles: On the outside area of the 4 ft. section ofthe pool, coping was caved in, puttingpressure on the tiles below that areinside the pool. This pressure causedthe grout above the porcelain tiles tocrack and peel, leading to the possibilityof some of those tiles to become looseand break away, therefore the CCagreed to replace all of the coping andgive the pool decking a uniform and

appealing appearance. AMS Pool Co provided the following:1. Remove current coping stones down to the bond beam andsupport where necessary. The bond beam is the structure thatruns continuously around the pool where the coping sits.2. Install new pre-cast white bullnose coping3. Repair beam under old tile line4. Add mortar and new 3x3 tiles, and grout.5. Install “no diving” and proper depth markings every 25 ft. intile line.

When the coping was removed, water was seen seeping fromone side of one of the skimmers. (Pool -Continued on page 7)

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Springmill Sentinel StaffEditor: Dick RauschTreasurer: Diane DaigleSecretary: Sonya ComstockDesign and Production: Joan Gross, Dick Rausch,Marie RiggBusiness Manager: Julia HambrechtAdvertising: Carol Geiger, Janet Herner, Marie Rigg,Jerry Ryan, Pat Steskal,Editorial: Carolee Burkey, Sonya Comstock, Wilma Feinberg,Carolyn Fausnaugh, Carol Geiger, Lee Rosenson,June StemmleCalendar: Joe Grippo, Julie Hambrecht, Tracey LundDistribution: Ralph and Pamela Clair

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Clubhouse CommitteeOur meeting was held on April 14th with 6 memberspresent. March minutes were approved. Gary Merrickattended as BOD representative.

Pool Renovation: The new tiles and coping were orderedon April 15. It takes anywhere from 7-10 days for allmaterials to be delivered, and 3 or 4 days to install. At thetime of this reading, the job may have already beencompleted or will be shortly. Also, the pouring of newconcrete is still scheduled for early May, as well.

The committee set aside Tuesday, May 17th (11:00 AM) toget the outdoor furniture ready for summer use. Covers willbe removed and cleaned, furniture wiped down andumbrellas put in place. Rain date is Wednesday, May 18th.The entire exterior of the Clubhouse building is scheduledto be power washed the week of May 23rd. Also, windowswill be cleaned by hand inside and out, as well as allexterior glass door panes.

Two new signs containing pool rules and regulations havebeen produced. One sign will be mounted on the outside ofentrance gate to the pool, and the other on the fence justinside the pool area. To avoid any misunderstanding,please read these rules in their entirety to familiarizeyourself with what is permitted and what is not when usingthe pool for you and your guests. Last year, we had manycomplaints about babies in the pool wearing diapers, andalso that they were under the age of 3. For reference, acopy of these rules are included in the May Sentinel andwill be posted on the bulletin board in the Clubhousethroughout the summer months.

Springmill Homeowners Association2 Windmilll Lane, Middletown, DE 19709

302-376•5466Board of Directors

Marc Lichtenfield - PresidentJohn Rutt - Vice President

Cal Reuss - Secretary Carl Rifino - TreasurerGary Merrick - Director

Carolyn Bodden - Board Recording SecretaryTracey Lund - Community Manager:

Tracey.Lund@mamc.com

CommitteesCharity Committee: Maria Corvino

Clubhouse Committee: Phyllis LichtenfieldCommunications Committee: Dick Rausch

Community Events: Beverly Strong/Peggy AndrewsFinance Committee: Kathy Kobus

Maintenance & Repair Committee: Georgieanna AndersonProperty Committee: Carolyn Bodden

Anyone wishing to join a Committee should contact theChairperson of that Committee.

Please note: All committee meetings and activities using theClubhouse must be coordinated with Tracey Lund.

Calendar: Tracey LundFamily Emergency Numbers: Pat Howe, JoAnn Stump

Sunshine: Mary Elizabeth Rhoads / Faith Altman

Property CommitteeLAWNS--Springmill Association provides a yearlymaintenance schedule of applications and mowing for thecommunity lawns. This schedule was sent to every householdin April. If you need another copy, let me know. Theseexpenditures are budgeted every year to provide the bestprogram that would provide good maintenance at areasonable cost. The first application of weed prevention andfertilizer has been applied. The second application will includebroadleaf weed control and fertilizer.The best weed prevention is a healthy thick lawn. A thick turfdoes not allow weeds to get a foothold. This can be achievedwith yearly fall lawn renovations and adequate watering. It isrecommended by experts that lawns in Delaware receive coreaeration, top dressing with soil with seeding every year. To skipany one of the three parts in a lawn renovation may not lead toa successful outcome as we are dealing with a heavy clay soil.Just seeding bare areas does not allow roots to thrive incompacted clay soil. Sometimes it takes a few years to acquirea good turf. Many landscapers advertise this service around theearly fall season and will give a free estimate.LANDSCAPING--We have added a few boulders to thecenter island and entrance of the clubhouse parking lot.Annuals and some more perennials will be planted later thismonth. Again, volunteers will be needed; any assistancewould be appreciated. Call or email me if you can offer anytime for planting. Thanks ahead of time.The PC is planning to add edging to the front walkway andentrance area. We need to keep the mulch in the garden beds.The pool area will be getting an edging all around the garden areaas well as a river rock protection bed in the large planters. With theaddition of six inch gutters on the pool area roof, hopefully this willeliminate the waterfall effect that spreads mulch everywhere.TREES--Springmill Drive is the next area for front lawn treeplanting. Please, let me know (email or phone ) if you do NOTwant a tree in the front of your home. If a tree is wanted, seeTracey to fill out the paperwork. I am available for anyquestions or concerns if needed. You will receive notificationin your mailbox if a street tree is being removed. The Town ofMiddletown will be cutting street side trees at no expense tothe community. This saves about $25.00 per tree for removal.Forever Green will then remove the stump and root systemfollowed by sod placement. As a reminder: the criteria forremoving street side trees is “only dead, diseased, dying, orthose trees causing sidewalk lifts”.

Carolyn Bodden

Committee and Group ReportsA few reminders about swim season: Before leaving the pool areafor the day, remember to put all trash in the receptacles. Chairsshould be put back to their original position, close umbrellas andsecure with the bungee cord. I hate to sound like a broken record,but until Clubhouse can afford pool attendant service, we areasking for volunteers again to help tidy up around the pool area,check the skimmers and add water to the pool, if needed, eachday. The pool monitoring schedule sign up sheet, along with acomplete list of duties is posted on the bulletin board.

Our next meeting is Thursday, May 12th at 10:00 AM.

Phyllis Lichtenfield

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Communications CommitteeThe Communications Committee held its monthly meeting onApril 12th with 12 members in attendance. Mark Lichtenfieldattended as BOD liaison.The minutes of the March meeting were approved.Diane Daigle, presented the Treasurer’s report which showedincome from 1 advertiser. Expenses exceeded income forMarch, 2016.Julie Hambrecht gave the advertising report. There arecurrently 40 advertisers; we have 2 full pages of advertisingavailable for new or increased sized ads. It was suggestedthat we start soliciting new advertisers. When a prospect islocated, the information should be given to Julie for follow-upand to be assigned to a sales rep.Joan provided an overview of the editorial content of the AprilSentinel. The front page will feature an update on SpringPlanting and Pool Renovation. Pictorial stories will include theMark Stone show, Mystery Dinner and photos of Spring scenes.June Stemmle reported that the Veteran’s Tribute issue forthe Vietnam War has been completed and sent to Del Marvafor printing. Details of the June 11, 2016 event planned forSpringmill resident veterans of the Korean and Vietnamesewars were discussed and members were asked to volunteerto assist on that day.Mark Lichtenfield and Tom Rigg discussed the website. TheWebsite Task Force will preview the website and plans willbe announced to introduce it to the community in the next30-60 days.There was an active discussion on how the Sentinel can helpto get new residents involved in community activities.The next meeting is on May 10th at 7:00 p.m. in the craftroom. Residents are welcome to attend.Dick Rausch

Finance CommitteeThe Finance committee met on March 23rd with sixmembers present. John Rutt and Carl Rifino, Treasurerrepresented the Board.

The Mission Statement was not approved by the Board asthey wanted some additional language inserted. This will begiven to us after their next meeting.

The Financial statement from Mid-Atlantic needed someclarification which will be handled by Carl Rifino.

It was decided that Financial reports be given to eachCommittee Chairperson, so they can have a running accountof their expenses and money left in the budget.

The February statements from Mid-Atlantic were reviewed.

Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of the month at3:00 PM and we welcome members of the community.

Kathy Kobus

Maintenance & Repair CommitteeThe MRC Committee had their committee meeting on April14th. During the meeting we discussed projects for theupcoming spring and summer months. Volunteers did theirannual walk thru the community to identify sidewalks, anddriveway aprons that should be replaced. Included in this walkwas identification of street trees that may cause sidewalkissues. This information was given to the Tree TaskForce for further handling. Cement work should occur overthe next several months. Homeowners will be notified by aflyer if work is to occur at their homes.

The committee also received approval from the Board ofDirectors to replace the iron railings at the clubhouseveranda with a more durable iron product. Work shouldbegin before the end of April.

We would like to remind homeowners that exterior work ontheir homes requires an ARC Change Request with MRCapproval before work can begin. These forms are locatedoutside the office of the Community Manager in theclubhouse.

The MRC Committee meets on the second Thursday of themonth at 7PM in the craft room in the clubhouse. Pleasecontact a committee member if you would like moreinformation on how this committee works and to considerbecoming a member.

Georgieanna Anderson

Travel GroupWe were happy to see so many of you on recent trips and lookforward to traveling with you on some of our upcoming choices.Travel sign-ups on May 6 will be for the following:- “My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish, and I’m inTherapy”. This is Steve Solomon’s two time award winning

show playing at Caesar’s in Atlantic City. We willbe day tripping there on Wednesday, June 29.The price of $89 includes the bus, show andlunch at Phillip’s Restaurant.(Check the flyer in your January packet.)

- We also have a trip planned to Ocean City on Thursday,July 14, to see the Pops Orchestra present “West Side Story.”The $103 price includes the bus, show and dinner at the GreatBay Country Club.(Flyer will be in this Sentinel.)** On May 26th, 34 Springmiller’s signed up for “TheCrooners” at the American Music Theater in Lancaster. Forthose of you signed up, be sure it is on your calendar.

We hope to see the rest of you at the May 6th sign-up for ourfuture events.

Betty Freeman

Activity GroupSATURDAY COFFEE will be on May 7th and 28th from 10:00AM -12:00 noon. Please note a change in date to avoidinterference with the garage sale on May 14th We will beinside until the pool work is completed outside.The Todd Chappelle musical program is May 20th 7:00 to9:00 PM. You have until May 13th to sign up. Cost is $7.00per person. Coffee, tea and sweet treats will be served orBYOB. To register contact:

Ann Hullinger & Claudia Garrett

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Community Events CommitteeMentalist Mark Stone gave us two hours of amazingentertainment. The question most heard around the roomwas “How did he do that?” He asked members of theaudience to assist him and his ESP with cards, locks,phone books, drawings etc., all while keeping us laughingthroughout the show. He ended the evening by using hisability to read the minds of several people in the audienceand he was right on every time. He was just amazing.

The MURDER MYSTERY DINNER PARTY all I can say iswhat a Night. WOW who knew we had such talentedactors/actresses here at Springmill. Their performances’were all terrific, they turned a mystery into a comedy (wellsome did). The tables set with candles and flowers looked soelegant you felt your were dining at Watersdown Mansion.The hors d’oeuvres were appealing to the pallet and to theeye as was the entire dinner and a yummy dessert. Kudos toparty Chairman Roe Lamb, Co-Chair Marie Rigg, the entirecast and the CEC Committee. WELL DONE!!

“KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY”-Saturday May 7, 5:30 PM.Witness the greatest two minutes in sports. Enjoy yourappetizers and non-alcoholic Mint Juleps as you pick yourhorse. Then a Kentucky style dinner followed by the racingof our own Springmill ponies and of course, The Parade ofHats!! FUN, FUN, FUN.

“GARAGE SALE”- MAY 14th See separate article onpreparing for the Garage Sale.

“MEMORIAL DAY PARTY” Monday May 30, 3:00 PM.Appetizers, Fried Chicken, Cole Slaw, Pasta Salad, CornBread and dessert will be served. Dance to the music ofThe Charlie Hannagan Band. Their will be a 50/50 with theCEC’S 50% proceeds going to “FLAGS FOR HEROES” Aflag honoring Springmill Veterans will be displayed duringthe Memorial Day week-end and again on Veterans Day.Get you RSVPs in early; this is a kick-off to summer and itwill fill up fast. Look for flyer in Sentinel.

“CARD OR BOARD GAME PARTY”-Wednesday June 15,at 12:00 noon, bring your own cards or board games.Lunch will be served and there will be door prizes. PleaseRSVP early and list the names of the group you will beplaying with. Flyer in Sentinel.

The CEC meets the first Wednesday of the month at 9:30AM in the craft room. Our next meeting is May 4, pleasecome and join us.

Peggy Andrews

Notes From Your BoardSpringmill is looking good with all the trees filling out. Welook forward to the new landscaping on Windmill Laneenhancing our entrance. It will be veryattractive when in full bloom andthroughout the fall with the burningbushes. The new trees planted onWhispering Trail and Patience Way willkeep those streets beautiful and makeup for the curbside trees that had to beremoved due to pushing up sidewalks.

We are fortunate that a new monitoringsystem is in place for the clubhouse sprinkler system. Thiswill alert us to a potential problem with the pipes before aleak occurs. We certainly do not want damage to occur inour clubhouse.

Marc and the BOD have negotiated a better price for all theconcrete work being done around the pool and improvingsidewalks. This will allow us to do more concrete work thissummer. The BOD is doing their best to keep Springmill abeautiful, and safe community.

Residents can do their part by power washing their homesif they have mold accumulating on the sides of the house.We all want to keep Springmill a place we can be proud tocall home.

Gary Merrick

Charity CommitteeWe will  be collecting on Monday, May 2nd for theNeighborhood House. Please place all your food bagswhere our walkers can see them.The walkers startcollecting food between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM and alwaysgo around twice. Thank you for your continued support.

Maria Corvino

Board Motions· Motion approved (5-0) to accept the ClubhouseCommittee’s proposed contracts with LaFazia concreteand AMS Pool Service to perform the pool repairs.· Motion approved ( 5-0 ) to increase the PropertyCommittee’s petty cash fund from $250.00 to $500.00.

Is It Time to Power Wash your Home?All home owners are responsible for powerwashing their home’s vinyl siding to removedirt and algae. Please walk around yourhome and look for this. If you have algaeand dirt, please schedule a power washingbefore I start my community walks forviolations in April.  If you need the names of

companies, please contact me in the management office.

Thank you all for your cooperation.

Tracey Lund, Property Manager

It was later determined to bea hairline fracture. Repair will be made to that crack beforenew coping is installed. Because of that finding, it wasrecommended that a leak test be performed on all the lines,as to avoid a catastrophe and major expense in the future.The plumbing held pressure on all the lines. There were nodetected leaks. Great news to report!

Thanks to the Clubhouse Committee for ensuring that the poolremains one of the greatest joys during the summer months.

Information provided by Phyllis Lichtenfied.

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“Marrying Mozart” by Stephanie Cowell

Stephanie Cowell, a former opera singerand music historian shared that this historicalnovel, narrated by the youngest daughter,Sophie, and is based on “events in the life ofyoung Mozart, who was closely involved withthe four Weber sisters; silver-voicedAloysia, who broke his heart, and quietConstanze, whom he married, bookish anddevout Sophie, and headstrong Josefa, for whom he wrotesome of his greatest music.”

We learn about Mozart’s childhood and unbelievable earlysuccess only in passing. This novel takes place from his lateteens and into his twenties (remember, he died when he was34) when parlaying that success into an enduring careerseemed out of his grasp. The story does revolve around thefour daughters of Fridolin Weber, a music copyist, in thelate 18th century, who along with their father eked out anexistence from their musical talents, living in a ramshacklehouse in Mannheim, Germany, surrounded by musicalfriends who inhabited the house every Thursday…amongthem Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Meanwhile, the girls’mother, Marie Caecilia, schemed to find suitable suitors forher daughters…ones that could support the whole family,maybe a Swedish baron or duke. After all, sometimes, if onehad beauty, a lack of a dowry could be overlooked.Mozart is portrayed as a passionate, determined young man,who’s present and future is determined by his helicopter,stage parents as they try to secure their family’s futurethrough his prodigious talents. Of course that means noromance for Mozart. How long can a young man remainchaste? Not long. He is first seduced musically by the vocaltalents of Aloysia and Josefa. Of course, neither mother wantsa romance developing, and it doesn’t until Fridolin dies, andCaecilia needs to turn the family home into a boarding houseto avoid becoming a pauper. Mozart takes up residence in thehouse. The twenty-one-year-old falls in love with andproposes to sixteen-year-old Aloysia. Unfortunately, they can’twed until he “makes his fortune”. But a young girl can onlywait so long for marriage and the promise of a secure life andeventually breaks his heart as well as her mother’s. He actsthe part of protector and “big brother” to Sophie and Josefa,but there are hints of romantic possibilities that never come tofruition. It takes many years of failure before Mozart findssuccess and happiness with Constanze…but only afternumerous break-ups and make-ups.This is an informative and entertaining read if you like, romance,music and/or history. It provides a glimpse into 18th centuryEurope at all levels of society…the extravagances, and thehardships. I give it a thumbs-up and thank my daughter-in-lawShelly for suggesting it. **Side note: Shelly enjoyed learningabout Mozart so much; she taught herself one of his sonatas.Now, that’s getting involved with your book choice.You may think I’ve told you the whole story, but it’s all theplots, and secrets, integrated into the primary storyline thatbreathes life into the characters and the times in which theylived. There are lots of surprises left for you to discover.June Stemmle

Restaurant ReviewThe Inn at Duck Creek

2 North Main Street - Smyrna, DE 19977The Inn at Duck Creek is a fun destination, if only because it is arestored and renovated historic building. It went from barber shop to arestaurant/tavern. Actually, in chatting with one of the owners, HowardJohnson (no relation to the restaurant chain), we discovered it ismade up of three adjoining buildings dating back to the 18th century.Besides a barber shop, the building has housed an antique shop, abeauty shop, and was once made into apartments. Howard and hispartner, Donna Ignasz opened the restaurant in late December 2015,so it’s still fairly new to the area.Part of the name comes from the fact that the town of Smyrna is onthe southern bank of Duck Creek, the dividing line between NewCastle and Kent counties. The restaurant is easy to find by travelingdown Route 13, turning at Commerce Street and then going to MainStreet. It is down the street from the Odd Fellows Cafe (Howardwas the previous owner.) and across the street from the Drunk’nBaker, two of my other favorites.The Inn specializes in farm-to-table dining under the skilled hands ofChef Christopher Rauber and has an “everybody knows your name”kind of casual bar. There are two more floors, though only one is

presently in use. The second floor has its own barand restroom with a few areas to sit (including aturret), with great views of the town. We satdownstairs, in a larger room. There is a smallerdining area closer to the bar, which also hasseating. Being an older building it has a warren ofrooms and five gas fireplaces in its six dining

spaces. In all, it seats about 100 patrons. Take the time for a tourwhen you visit, Howard and the staff didn’t mind and seemed to take itfor granted guests might be interested in doing just that. Take time tonotice the furnishings in the Federal style and some of the paintings,one of which is of William Temple, Delaware’s youngest governor. Bythe way, each dining area is named for a resident “sponsor.” That’ssomething else you can ask about.We had about 12 ladies choosing a variety of items from the lunchmenu, which features soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, as well assome heartier entrees. All are served with house cut fries. There is a$2.00 charge for substitutions, but the staff will “work with you” if youhave dietary concerns. It’s hard to have a consensus on how “happy youare with your meal”, but I can honestly say everyone was delightedwith their choice with one exception who thought the steak could havebeen “juicier” in her sandwich. (I did notice she took the other half home,so it couldn’t have been too bad.) Prices are quite reasonable…mostitems under $15 for lunch and under $30 for dinner. The dinnermenu is more extensive and even includes Long Island Duck…and yes,it is actually from Long Island. Most of the other items are sourcedlocally; from farms, wineries and distilleries. You might be interested inthe dessert menu (homemade ice cream); Sunday brunch menuserved 11am to 3 pm, late night menu, or children’s menu. Themenus will change seasonally.Should you go on a weekend, you may find entertainmentincluded…again it is local and various kinds of music is performed.Howard also mentioned a special Smyrna event the Inn will beparticipating in during the month of June. They will be featuring a tastingmenu. Look for more information in the local papers.We had a lovely day at the Inn at Duck Creek with Howard; the foodwas delicious, the ambiance was delightful, the staff couldn’t havebeen more attentive, and the price was right. I encourage you to takethe 20 minute trip south to Smyrna and enjoy this new eatery. Call forreservations at 1-302-389-6700.They are on-line at www.theinnatduckcreek.com.June Stemmle

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There was a recordturnout for Mah Jongon April 13. We meetWednesdays at1pm. Newbies areencouraged to join us.Seated from left to right:Anne Currie, MichelleWiener, Sara Money,Barbara Abrams.Standing from left to right: Guest, Cynthia Frank, Guest, Pat Wiedemann,Marie Rigg, Sally Bohres, Rosemarie Lamb

Left Behind … Hospice GuidelinesGlad to see you’re still here. Now let’s get down to the basics ofhow to choose a hospice or palliative care agency.First, know that ALL agencies work within guidelines set forth byMedicare. The basic services are the same across the board.The five most important things to be concerned with are:1. location of staff,2. types of medical staff; RN, PN, LVN,3. is it privately owned or non-profit,4. do they have a good relationship with a pharmacy, and5. what levels of care are offered(Hospice offers 4 levels of care; routine home care,comfort care, respite care, inpatient care), but not allagencies are equipped to provide all of them.We are going to assume your doctor has provided you with alist of resources to locate a service. Many hospice agenciesare providing palliative care, sometimes called pre-hospice orbridge programs to meet the needs of patients/families thatdon’t meet hospice criteria.Once you’ve chosen a service (We suggest you initially choosemore than one.), the interview is the next step. Keep in mindthat you are the boss. You want to make sure you are gettingthe best possible care and it is tailored to your needs.Some questions you might want to ask are:- Where will the care be delivered?- Who are the members of the “care team” andwhat does each of them provide?- What decisions need to be made by thepatient/family and will you help us make them?- Will care follow me if I go to a hospital or conversely, if I gohome from the hospital?- What happens if I am experiencing pain or symptoms ofdistress?- What kinds of support do you offer for my family/caregivers?- Will you continue to work with my doctors?- What are your recommendations for my care?This concludes information regarding care. Having theconversation about care can be overwhelming. Age,infirmity, cognitive decline and disability make having theconversation sooner rather than later the ideal. It makesfuture planning easier. Websites likewww.careconversations.org offer free information, as dostate and federal agencies.June Stemmle and Joan Gross

Yoga HistoryBig jump now, from the 1800’s to 1969, when the “good vibesman”, Sri Swami Satchidananda, came on the scene. Hewas the founder of the Integral Yoga Institute. He led thechants at the Woodstock Festival in New York.

This month’s pose – CrocodileThis month’s photo, depicted by Aggie Murray, is oneeveryone can do…it’s a restposition we do after anumber of poses. It is alsoJessie Crisfield’s favorite.- Crocodile starts with youlying on your stomach,with your hands supporting your head. Easy enough, right?- Then, just hold this position and breathe normally. After all, itis a relaxation pose.- To switch it up a bit, you can bend your legs and do what wecall “windshield wiper”. You just move your legs from side toside.- That’s it, or in the words of Bugs Bunny, “That’s all, folks”.I thought I’d leave you with something anyone can do any timethey just want a restorative pose. Since sports are starting upagain, this is the last yoga column until next fall. See you all atthe pool.June Stemmle

Rehoboth's Designer Show House TourNow that Spring has finally arrived, it becomes the time toventure out of town and explore what’s beyond Middletown.Rehoboth is offering its Designer Show House Tour for threeweekends in May. The dates are May 5-8, May 12-15 andMay 19-22 – Thursday-Sunday. Hours are 10-4 p.m. Thehome is located at 52 Rolling Road, Henlopen Acres. Thetour covers the two-story home of 6,000 sq.ft. set on 3/4 acrewith a circular driveway in the front and a garden patio in theback. Fourteen designers have volunteered their talent to turnthis spectacular home into a special tour.Individual ticket price for the house tour is $25 and can bepurchased in advance or at the door.Groups of four adults or more are welcome on Thursdays –May 5,12 & 19. Group tickets are $20 each and include a tourof the house with a docent. Reservations are required. Lunchwill be served at the VIA clubhouse at 415 N. Boardwalk (nextto the Henlopen Hotel). Lunch is $15 per person.Advanced tickets can be purchased on the website –designershowhouse.org or call the clubhouse at 302-227-1631 and leave a message. Your call will be returned tofinalize the reservation. Credit cards can be used topurchase tickets.Directions to the Designer Show House: Follow RehobothAve. to the circle. Take the third exit off the circle ontoColumbia Ave. Follow Columbia Ave. to Second St. Turn leftonto Second St. which will become Dodd’s Lane. At the thirdSTOP sign turn left onto Rolling Road – 52 is on the left.Sonya Comstock

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Springmill Library UpdateMany thanks from Millcroft Senior Living for all the VCRtapes that were donated by Springmill residents. Theycould not believe that we gave 4 good size boxes. Forthose residents who do not attend committee/boardmeetings but are interested in the information there arecommittee/BOD minutes in black binders in theclubhouse. These binders are located on the shelf abovethe paperback book section. There is also a framed listin the clubhouse specifying where specific informationcan be found.

The following is a list of new books that were donated in April.Hardcopy

Asimov, Isaac                     Prelude To FoundationBaldacci, David           The TargetBlunt, Judy                          Breaking CleanCoben, Harlan                    Seconds AwayCoulter, Catherine              Point BlankDeMille, Nelson              The Lion's GameDoctorow, E. L.                  The MarchEdwards, Kim                     The Lake of DreamsEldredge, John                   Waking The DeadGiffin, Emily                        Where We BelongGiles, Janice                      The Enduring HillsHillenbrand, Laura              UnbrokenJames, P D                      The Private PatientJohansen, Iris                    The Killing GameKlein, Gerda                       The Hours AfterMcCourt, Frank                  Teacher ManMcGraw, Robin              Inside My HeartMeltzer, Brad                     The Inner CircleParker, Robert                   Paper Doll                                           Back StoryRollins, James                   Altar of EdenScottoline, Lisa                   BetrayedSheldon, Sidney                 Nothing Lasts ForeverThor, Brad                          Black ListTolkien, J.R.R.                 The HobbitWeir, Alison                      The Lost Tudor PrincessWhite, Betty                   If You Ask Me (And of Course You Won't)

PaperbackBagwell, Stella One Tall Dusty CowboyBarrett, Lorna Murder in Three VolumesBruce, Gemma Who Loves Ya, Baby?Connolly, Sheila A Turn For The BadHandeland, Lori Crave The MoonHoag, Tami Kill The MessengerHoffman, Jillianne Pretty Little ThingsHackworth, Col David Steel My Soldiers HeartsKlein, Edward Blood Feud Clintons vs ObamasMacomber, Debbie My HeroPatterson, James 4th of July 5th Horseman 6th Target 7th Heaven 8th Confession 9th JudgementQuick, Amanda Rendezvous DeceptionRoss, Joann HomeplaceO’Shaughnessy, Perri Motion to Suppress

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Appoquinimink Library UpdateListed below are the on-going programs atNCC Southern Library. Phone number forinformation or registration is (302) 378-5588.The hours at the library are: Monday 10-8,Tuesday/Wednesday 1-8, Thursday-Saturday 10-5, and closed on Sunday.**Children’s Book Week celebration isMay 2 -7. Oodles of books will be ondisplay, along with take-home activities.NOTE: The library will have one closurethis month; May 30, Memorial Day.

ON-GOING PROGRAMSAdult Book Discussion: The group will meet on Wednesday,May 18 at 7 pm. Call the library for the current title.E-book and E-Audio book tutoring: By appointment duringlibrary hours. Call 378-5588.Spin-a-Yarn Group: Chat as you knit or crochet. Meets everyTuesday at 7:00 pm, for all levels of experience and all ages.Sew Bee It Quilters: Meet the 2nd Saturday at 10:00 am, fornovice & experienced quilters.Delaware Money School: Call 1-800-267-5002 for monthlytopics and to register.Job Center: Tuesday from 2:00-5:00 pm on May 3 and 19.Get FREE one-on-one help with job hunting, resumes,interviewing skills, etc.New Castle County Register of Wills: Tuesday, May 3,from 5 -7:45 pm.New Castle County Office of Property Assessment: If youare 65+, you may be eligible for a County and school taxdiscount. A representative will be available every Friday, 2-4pm to answer questions or help you fill out an application.

ADULT PROGRAMS…registration requiredLife is a Journey: Wednesday, May 11 at 6:30 p m. AnneEidschun, CSA, CFP will present and lead the discussion on“life tips”.Everett Theater Presents: Sneak peek at upcoming show Alicein Wonderland. Saturday, May 7 at 11:00 am for ALL ages.

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Book Club Choices for MayBook Club 1 (Deb Kupper/1st Wed.) Our group will bediscussing “After You” by Jojo Moyes.Book Club 2 (Mary-Elizabeth Rhoads/4th Tues.) This month weare all reading “A Pledge of Silence” by Flora Solomon.

Book Club 3 (Lydia Olson/3rd Mon.) Our selection this month is“After You” by Jojo Moyes.Book Club 4 (Mary Jo Starrett/1st Wed.) We will be sharing“The Sisters Weiss” by Naomi Regan.

Book Club 5 (Joan Gross/3rd Tues.) In May, we will discussthe classic, Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte

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Mark Stone’s MentalmaniaOn April 1, Mark astounded audience members with his ability toread minds, make predictions, and “see” with his fingertips whileblindfolded. He left the audience shaking their heads in disbeliefwhen he demonstrated super memory, clairvoyance, andtelekinesis. Not only did Mark amaze everyone with his uncanny

abilities, he also kept us laughing throughout the show. Itwas a fun and thought-provoking entertainment experiencebrought to us by Peggy Andrews and the CEC.

Dick Rausch

Cynthia Frank, Babs Fox, MaryLou Kobosco

Noel Carey, Lois Baker, BettyFreeman

Merle and Carolyn Fausnaugh,Helen and Greg Gaden

Phyllis Lichtenfield, Mark Stone

Nancy Shannon, Sally BohresCarole Wagner, Jean Sweeney

Pat Frail, Charlotte Smith,Ann Newswanger

Gary Fry, Mark Stone, Linda Fry Mark Stone passes out envelopesone of which has the right key

Bradford Pears in Bloom onDaylilly Way

Emily Blount trees infront of Clubhouse

Middletown performsannual hydrant flush

Rob Bishop’s tulips

Center strip on Windmill LaneBoulders decorate entranceto Clubhouse area

New boulders on Center strip ofWindmill Lane

Trees in Memory of Jim Crisfieldand Bob Gross

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Watersdown Mansion Mystery DinnerThe MURDER MYSTERY DINNER PARTY was held onApril 16. It was quite a Night. WOW who knew we had suchtalented actors/actresses here at Springmill. Theirperformances’ were all terrific, they turned a mystery into acomedy. The tables set with candles and flowers looked soelegant you felt your were dining at Watersdown Mansion.

The hors d’ oeuvres were appealing to the pallet and tothe eye as was the entire dinner and a yummy dessert.Kudos to party Chairman Roe Lamb, Co-Chair Marie Rigg,the entire cast and the CEC Committee. WELL DONE!!

Peggy Andrews Pictures: Dick Rausch, Roe Lamb

Butler (Dick Rausch) announcesthe arrival of Inspector HaroldSmythe (Bob Screckengost)

Cast members defend themselvesagainst murder accusations

The cast: Dick Rausch,Peggy Andrews,Jerry Ryan, Bob Schreckengost, Cynthia &Herb Frank, Charlotte Smith, Dick Belber,

Ann Newswanger, (Tom Rigg missing)

Director Rosemarie Lambexplains the order of the

evening’s events

Linda and John Rutt try tofigure out who killed Sir

Roger

Roe and Art Lamb, John Oppelt,Catherine McNeil

Babs Fox, George Ryor andthe murderous Rog (Jerry

Ryan)

June Stemmle, Joan Grossenjoy the mayhem

Betty Freeman, JessieCrisfield try to figure out

“who did it”

Murder suspects getto eat first

A great meal cateredby Chef Martin

A giant slice of applepie and cream for

dessert

Tiny and Bill Farquharnarrow down the

suspects

Helene Silverman,Nancy Shannon,

Kathy Cioffi

Inspector Smythe slapsthe cuffs on themurderous Rog

Above: The Clubhouse and homes on WhisperingTrail and Poets Way in full Spring splendor.

Left: Middletown worker reinstalls fountain pumpat main pond in mid-April and now a full seasonto enjoy the beautiful spray as we drive downWindmill Lane or walk around the pond.

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“This is Captain PJ, and it is 7:00 am. If you are not on theoutside decks or in the Crow’s Nest you need to be!” Such wasour wake-up call on the loud speaker aboard the MS Zaandamon January 18, 2016. We were just entering Admiralty Bay onour way to view glaciers, icebergs, penguins, seals and whales.Sailing through the calm waters under clear blue skies, we werelayered up in fashions worthy of a Cabella’s red carpet as weobserved the polar stations of Brazil and Poland as well as asummer camp belonging to the United States…all on thecontinent of Antarctica.Penguins were nesting along the beaches, basking in the sun onthis lovely summer day. Whales alerted us of their presence asthey spouted and dove. The ice on the Lido Deck conflicted withour concept of summer, but our on-boardAntarctic Expedition Team, which includeda retired member of the National ScienceFoundation’s Office of Polar Programs, aretired editor of “Antarctic Journal of theUnited States”, and two guides withextensive backgrounds in wildlife with aspecialty in sea birds, assured us that thiswas a great day at 62 degrees south latitude.My sister, Daryl King, and I left Buenos Aires, Argentina onJanuary 10, for a 21-Day South America and Antarcticcruise, which would end in Valparaiso, Chili. The itineraryprovided many opportunities and experiences in thegeography, wildlife and culture of the area, but this article willconcentrate on the Antarctic leg of the cruise. Catch me for acup of coffee to hear the rest.The tentative itinerary for the first day included cruising throughAdmiralty Bay on the way to Hope Bay. Along the way, theicebergs were breathtaking…large and colorful with turquoisehighlights, grey striations and red stains from krill (a favoritedelicacy of the whale population). Our captain was able to stopnext to one of the icebergs and narrated from the bridge abovethe Lido Deck, stating that his line of sight was midway up theside of the iceberg. I’m hoping this gives you a feeling of how tallthis iceberg was…and only 1/10th of it was above the water!During lunch we were admiring an increasing number oficebergs passing in the opposite direction of our path. It wasnot a shock when the captain came on and informed us of achange in itinerary due to a change in weather conditionsstating “If we go into Hope Bay, we may not be able to get outfor a few weeks or months”. No one questioned the wisdom ofhis decision.In the Antarctic, typical cruise activities like spa appointments,art auctions and jewelry seminars lost appeal next to lectureson “Penguin Power, Seals of the Southern Ocean and AntarcticScience”. As we approached the continent, guests werereminded not to play music, make loud noises and to refrainfrom smoking, eating or drinking on open decks and verandas.Outside sports equipment was unavailable and blankets andtrash had to be properly disposed of in compliance withgovernment regulations in this area. The captain alsoexplained to us that all heavy diesel fuel would be burnedbefore entering this area, as only light weight fuel could beconsumed here due to the delicate ecological balance.Antarctic fur seals, southern sea elephants, Wendell seals,crabeater seals, and leopard seals, as well as humpback, greyand killer whales all became new interests. For birders there werepenguins…of which 18 species are known, as well as thescuas...also known as the “garbage trucks of the Antarctic”.

Perhaps the highlight of the 4 to 5 days spent inthe Southern Ocean occurred when 12scientists and support staff from thePalmer Station came aboard our shipand presented information on their workon the “White Continent”. Topicscovered everything from the life cycle ofthe Beligica Antarctica, a 3mm longinsect (the largest invertebrate onAntarctica) to the minutia of thescientists’ daily life. It turns out the foods they missed most weresushi and fresh fruit.The recurring thread through the many lectures was thecommitment of the scientists in the 53 nations who signedthe Antarctic Treaty to work in peace for the good of scienceand mankind. The website, www.USAP.gov was recommendedas a site to explore and understand the ongoing research.

Noel Carey**We thank Noel for painting such a vivid picture of a trip manyof us will probably not get to experience. Though I’ve nowadded it to my wish list. June Stemmle

Trip ReportBeautiful…The Carole King Musical

Springmill’s Travel Group sponsored another winner. The musicalversion of Carole King’s life, performed at theAcademy of Music in Philadelphia, was a journeyback in time for most of us, whether you were alongtime fan or not. Carole King’s music, featuring26 songs, was marvelous to listen to, sway to and“seat dance” to. Having missed the show duringits Broadway run, I was delighted to see it show upon the recent trip list and signed up immediately.The play takes you from Carole’s first “paid” tuneand her pairing with Gerry Goffin to her triumphantshow at Carnegie Hall…with all the ups anddowns one can experience on life’s journey. It you liked JerseyBoys, be sure and see this show if it comes to the area again. Thebiggest difference is that besides Carole, you get appearances byactors portraying Neil Sedaka, The Drifters, The Shirelles, LittleEva, and The Righteous Brothers.Now, it’s never a Springmill trip without food, so eat we did, anddeliciously so at Positano Coast, at 212 Walnut Street, one ofour favorite Italian restaurants to visit in Philadelphia. We arrivedhome with our tummies still full and a head full of all thosefantastic Carole King tunes.June Stemmle

Bridge Lessons OfferedCalling all Springmill ladies and gents whowould be interested in learning how to playBridge or just brush up on the game. We havesome very good bridge players who are willingto help organize and teach the basics or refreshyour skills. Our first class will be on Friday, May 6 at 10am-12 noon in the card room of the clubhouse.  There is no fee.Call or email us and let us know if you are new or just need arefresher. Come and join us. Bring your interest or yourcuriosity. You might like it.Carolyn Bodden and Marie Rigg

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I have known our neighbors, Cynthia and Herb Frank, of 567Whispering Trail since they moved to Springmill. Cynthia ispart of our Monday yoga group and completes our mellowmornings by leading meditation from 10 to 10:30. I becameacquainted with Herb when I acquired my Apple iPad. If youhave a question about an Apple product, he can probablyanswer it. He even led a group for iPad newbies, and thosewho just wanted to learn more about their device.Now that you know my connection, I’ll share what came up inour interview. The first thing I discovered was that these twoare an open book…one with multiple plots, locations andcharacters. It was a fascinating hour. OK…let’s get started.Herb was born in Philadelphia andlived there until he went to collegeat age 20. He never lived in Phillyagain, but still considers himself aPhiladelphian at heart. Heattended the Penn State OgantzCampus for two years and thentransferred to the University ParkCampus, graduating with aBachelor of Science degree and a minor in education. Whilein college he joined the ROTC and was commissioned as asecond lieutenant in the Army. He married three months aftergraduation and then served a year in Vietnam. The marriagedidn’t sustain, and they divorced.Cynthia was born in New York City. She was the youngest ofthree children. She lived in Manhattan until she was age 10,when her parents divorced. Her mother remarried and movedthe family to Queen’s Village and then to Long Island. Cynthiagraduated from Wheatly High School and went on to SUNYBuffalo for three years. At that point in life, she married andhad three children while residing in Buffalo. Eventually shedivorced and returned to Long Island to be closer to family.During this life passage, she met Herb.The couple met on a blind date. Here comes the first side ofthe story. Cynthia was invited to a singles dance, but at thelast minute couldn’t attend. However, the friend she wasgoing with did attend, met and danced with Herb. Whileconversing with him, she asked how old he was. Heresponded that he was 28. She then said that he was “tooyoung” for her. Herb quipped back, “I don’t want to marry you,just dance with you.” Apparently, the friend wasn’t upset withthis response, because she told him she had a friend whowould be perfect for him and gave him Cynthia’s phonenumber. Herb called the next day and they spoke on thephone for three hours! Cynthia shared that her firstimpression was that he was “fabulous, humorous andintelligent.” (She also imagined him as being six feet tall andmovie star handsome.) She immediately told him she hadthree children and asked if he was still interested. He was.Herb confided that after the phone call he was equallyimpressed and said to himself, “If she’s beautiful too, I’m adead man.” The dating ensued.

On the date he told her he was going to marry her. She toldhim he was “out of his mind.” Seven months later, they weremarried and after a year, their first child, Aaron, was born.During the time the wedding was in the planning stages,Cynthia was still officially married and waiting for the three-year waiting period required in New York before the divorcecould be finalized. Nothing ever goes as planned…her

lawyer was shot and killed by an angry husband (The lawyerwas sleeping with his client’s wife.) and all pending caseswere put on hold. Luckily, the papers came through TWOdays before her wedding.The Franks purchased a home in Long Island, but had to waita while for it to be ready and so he moved into Cynthia’sapartment with her and her three children…a tight squeeze.When the house was finally ready, they all were grateful forthe space and stayed there for the next seven years…untilHerb was transferred to New Jersey. They remained in SouthPlainfield for 27 years before moving to Brennan Estates inBear, Delaware. That move was prompted due to extendedfamily’s health issues and wanting to be equidistant betweenthem. But Herb was also ready to retire and after lots ofresearch, Delaware seemed the best choice. Then in 2011,the couple needed to downsize. They already knew lots ofpeople in Springmill and had attended many events as guests,so it seemed the logical choice. They also thought it wasbeautifully kept, liked the idea of the community pool, the quietsurroundings and the nice residents they had met. Cynthiaadded that she liked the layout of her model and the layout ofSpringmill in general. Herb interjected that he liked that therewere people of their age and that maintenance was includedin the fees. Having been here a while, they find that the factthat there are lots of activities and it’s fun are positives.Now we know their life progression, but haven’t yet touchedon their jobs before retirement. Herb was involved in theinsurance industry for the majority of his career, eventuallybecoming a vice-president at the Warwick InsuranceCompany. Then at age 45, he was downsized and decided tostart his own company. So in this next stage of his life, hewas an investigator, an expert witness, and a shoe salesman,finally retiring at age 62.While raising her three children, Cynthia held a number ofpart-time jobs…daycare wasn’t as prevalent as it is today, soshe worked around her children’s school schedules. After thebirth of Aaron, she stayed home and did telephone marketresearch. She next took a position as an office managerbefore getting her career path on track. She found her nichein sales to groups doing fundraising. She retired after 16years in that field.Cynthia and Herb have a wide range of interests. Herbenjoys working on the computer, reading and music (Hestarted the music appreciation group in Springmill), whileCynthia is a participant in the 8a.m. exercise group, yoga,meditation and playing a variety of games. She is a memberof the CEC and has chaired many events. Together, theyenjoy travel, music, dance and volunteering. While living inNew Jersey, they were part of an English dance group, thePrinceton Country Dancers. They got to travel nationally andinternationally performing dances. A trip to Ireland is plannedin August…partly to tour the countryside, but also to attendan Irish music and dance competition…they have maintainedan interest in that type of music.When it comes to travel, it seems these two always have abag packed for long term and short term excursions. Theywill tell you cruising is their choice of travel, and they will goanywhere at any time. They have literally been all over theworld. They also winter in the Panhandle area of Florida(Destin). MYN (Continued on page 23)

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Town MeetingThe Mayor and Town Council approvedthe Preliminary Plan to construct an 8,000sq.ft. retail/restaurant building on theproperty containing the Westown MovieTheater. Approval was also given to theconstruction of a miniature golf coursefacility in the same area. The golf coursewill be 70 ft. wide, and will be constructedin about six weeks for use in the upcoming season. It shouldbe operational until the end of December.Spicer-Mullikin requested approval of a 6,887 sq.ft. funeralhome and crematory with 72 parking spaces on property.Location is 275 E. Main Street, and approval was given.Middletown Main Street Program Manager, NickManerchia, announced that a Beer and Wine Festival willbe held on Saturday, May 14, at Peach Tree Station from12-5 p.m. This event is sponsored by the MiddletownMain Street Program. Tickets are $45 pp. Call 378-7545for tickets.Sonya Comstock

US 301 Bypass ProjectScheduled Road Closures

Be prepared for detours. The Delaware Department ofTransportation (DelDOT) announced that Jamison CornerRoad will be closed between Boyds Corner Road (Route896) and Hyetts Corner Road for the construction of thenew Jamison Corner Road Bridge over the new U.S.Route 301 as part of the U.S. Route 301 Mainline Project.Construction of the new bridge is anticipated to take ninemonths. During this time motorists are advised to followthe posted detours and use alternate routes to travel toand from Jamison Corner Road.Through traffic along Jamison Road should use thefollowing posted detours:* Motorists traveling northbound on Jamison Cornerfollow Boyds Corner Road (Route 896) to U.S. Route 13turn left, to Hyetts Corner Road turn left, and back toJamison Corner Road.* Motorists traveling southbound on Jamison CornerRoad should follow Hyetts Corner Road through theroundabout and continue to U.S. Route 13 and turn right,follow U.S. Route 13 to Boyds Corner Road (SR896) turnright and back to Jamison Corner Road.Construction Information Meetings were held in April at TownHall. More meetings will be held as the construction progresses.Sonya Comstock

New BusinessDress Barn, Michael’s and FamousFootwear are now open for business. The last

store in that strip, Olympia Sports, will be openingvery soon. Grotto Pizza in MOT Park is nowopen. Construction continues in the Westownarea on other stores to be announced shortly.

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Chesapeake City Bridge DelaysThe Chesapeake City bridge willexperience delays due toconstruction beginning mid tolate April and continuing throughLabor Day. The bridge will beopen to one lane of traffic,24/7,controlled by lights.

MiddletownSpringmill - Sat. May 14 – 9-3 p.m. Yard SaleMon. May 30 – Memorial Day CelebrationEverett TheatreFri/Sat May 6&7 - 7:30-9 p.m. - “Toy Story” - All tickets $5Sat. May 14,15,21,22 – 2 p.m. – “Disney’s Alice inWonderland Jr.”– 75 min. film - All tickets - $8Old New CastleSat. May 21 – 10-5 p.m. – “Garden Tour” – A 92-yeartradition of home and garden tour. Residents open theirprivate homes and gardens to the public. Tour homes datingfrom the 18th century. Enjoy guided historical walking tours.Tickets - $20 before May 21 or $25 day of event. Children -$5. Call 302-322-5774 for information and tickets.DoverSchwartz Center for the Arts, 226 S. State St.,(302) 678-5152Sat. May 21 – 7:30 p.m. – James Napier to perform concertas a tribute to Sam Cooke. Tickets - $24-$30Fri/Sat/Sun May 6-8 “Dover Days Festival” – On theGreen, Legislative Mall and Downtown Dover – In its 83rdyear – longest and largest running free festival in Kent Countycelebrating history, culture and the arts. Live entertainmentstages, Pet Parade, three-day Revolutionary Warencampment, antiques show, Zambelli fireworks, 30 DowntonAbbey Programs, visit Johnson Victrola Museum, Familyentertainment. More Information – visit www.DoverDaysFestival.com or call 800-233-5368.Kent County Theatre Guild, 140 Roosevelt Ave,(302) 674-3568Fri/Sat. May 20&21 – 8 p.m. – “SHOUT! The Mod Musical” –1960’s musical journey of pop classics that made superstarsof such performers are Lulu, Petula Clark, Dustry Springfieldand more. Tickets - $20ArdenNew Candlelight Theater, 2208 Millers Rd. 302-475-2313May 7-22 Matinee and Evening Performances“Arsenic and Old Lace” - comedic farce about two elderlysisters famous in their Brooklyn neighborhood for their acts ofcharity but crazy as loons.Tickets - $59 - includes dinner buffetWilmingtonThe Playhouse on Rodney Square, 1007 N. Market St.,302-656-4401May 10-May 15 Matinee & Evening Performances“Jersey Boys” – Award winning best musical about the FourSeasons group and how they became one of the greatestsuccesses in pop music history. Tickets $90-$120

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Nutrition SitesRecent science says the nutrition advice wewere given during most of our life made usunhealthy instead of healthy! Our children andgrandchildren are impacted even more thanwe are. The Centers for Disease Control andPrevention has some astounding informationon the progression of obesity in the U.S. atwww.cdc.gov/obesity/data/prevalence-maps.html. There is aparticularly impactful Powerpoint presentation available at thebottom of the page under "Download Historical Maps". Manyreally healthy foods have vanished from our routine cuisine.Bringing them back requires education and cookingexperimentation.

I have fought obesity my entire life - from childhood. And, Ihave become increasingly interested in nutrition. Two of myfavorite nutrition sites are whfoods.org andwww.prevention.com.

whfoods.org: This site is maintained by the GeorgeMateljan Foundation. The Foundation believes that true goodhealth is more than just the absence of disease; it is a statewhere you enjoy all the energy, vitality and benefits life has tooffer. One of the keys to achieving good health is to use thepower of healthy foods to positively affect how you feel, howmuch energy you have, and the length and quality of yourlife. There is clear and definitive scientific evidence thatproper nutrition plays an important and significant role inreducing the risk of degenerative diseases, and in providinglong-term health and longevity.Food not only has the power to provide good health, it alsohas the power to provide the pure joy of eating, and the joy ofsharing with others.One feature of the site I really like is the emphasis onnutrients. Each recipe on the site has a full nutrition profile foreach recipe. And, the site has a Recipe Rating System. Toappreciate this site, you must visit it and spend a few minutesexploring. Happy eating!

www.prevention.com: This site is operated by the samepeople who produce Prevention Magazine - but you don't needto subscribe to the magazine to benefit from the website. Thesite provides an electronic newsletter sign-up to get dailyhealthy living tips, weight loss inspiration, slimming recipesand more, delivered to your inbox. The site is very educational.

Check out these two sites. Choose a recipe with aningredient you have never used! Share a sample with aneighbor!Carolyn Fausnaugh

BocceBocce is an ancient sport. The basics of the game can betraced back to games played in Egypt around 5000 BC.Records dating to the third century BC show popularity of aBocce-like game among Roman soldiers. As the RomanEmpire spread, this game was introduced throughout theEuropean continent, Asia and North Africa. The game’sarrival in the U.S. is recent by historical standards and itspopularity is steadily increasing. (Source:World Bocce League – worldbocce.org)

At Springmill Bocce is played on the boccecourts at the pool entrance side of theclubhouse. The formal season starts theweek of May 2nd and ends the last week ofAugust. Teams consist of 4 players and each team playsonce a week.

The objective of the game is to get as many of your bocceballs (bigger, weighted balls) as close to the pallino (smallertarget ball) as possible. If one member of a team is successfulin getting their ball closer to the pallino than any other memberof the opposing team, then every member of their team isawarded a point. The first team to score 11 points wins thegame. Added fun comes in being able to move an opponent’sball or even the pallino with your own ball. Thus, the outcomeof a round is not known until the last ball is played!

Bocce is an easy game to learn and a great way to makenew friends. If you have never played and would like a demoof the game, please contact Anne Lucas (302-376-8841). It isstill possible to be a substitute for the 2016 season. Andvisitors are always welcome to cheer on the players!Carolyn Fausnaugh

The couple has been married for 46 years and have 4children; David, Evan, Shari, and Aaron. They also have8 grandchildren; Jonathan (31), twins Ashley and Lauren(29), Daniel (26), Joshua (23), Hannah (16), Noah (14) andLily (12).

Herb shared that he didn’t want to think about “final thoughts”until I explained it was more a philosophy of life. Cynthiaquickly shared the idea of “just showing up; don’t put anythingon hold, go where you want and do what you want, becauseyou don’t know what tomorrow holds.” Herb then added thatthey believe in “trying to do for others along life’s path. Theyhave always both volunteered in a variety of organizationsand still do here in Delaware and while they’re in Florida.”

We talked about a LOT during our time together. I think youcan tell that from the length of this article. But when peoplehave lived a full life, have been together a while, and havedealt with challenges along the way and are still enjoyingeach other and what the future holds, the stories flow easilyand make for an intimate exchange. It was my pleasure toget to know my backdoor neighbors a bit better. I hope itgives you some insight as well and that you will also have thechance to sit and chat with Cynthia and Herb.

June Stemmle

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In MemoriamArling Schmidt, long time resident of Springmill, passedaway on Saturday, March 26. His wife Louise still owns ahome in Springmill, but they have been living at TheSummit Retirement Community in Hockessin.  Springmillresidents extend their sincere condolences to Louise, herfamily and friends on their loss.

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ROBERT ABEL, JR., M.D.General Ophthalmology,

Corneal Diseases,Complimentary

Medicine

ANDREW M. BARRETT, M.D.Cataract / Implant Surgeon,Refractive Surgery LASIK /

EPI-LASIK, Corneal Diseases

RACHEL L. PERRY, M.D.Providing General

Ophthalmology andFamily Eye Care

JEAN M. STEWART, O.D.Optometrist Providing

Family Eye Care,Contact Lens andEyeglass Services

ANGELA L. PELLEGRINI, O.D.Optometrist Providing

Family Eye Care,Contact Lens andEyeglass Services

JAMIE WOHLHAGEN, O.D.Optometrist Providing

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Bocce: Anne Lucas reports:  Bocce will be starting on May3rd. We have five teams scheduled to play on Tuesdays, andfour teams scheduled to play on Wednesdays.  Each week forthe Tuesday games one team will have a bye as only fourteams can play.  We have a list of 6 substitute players to coverfor anyone who cannot play on their scheduled day.  I will postthe teams and their schedules on the bulletin board at theclubhouse.  All members who will be playing will get their owncopy of their schedule for them to follow. Hopefully all will enjoythe games and have some fun.Tennis: Jerry Ryan reports: Warm Tennis Weather hasarrived!! Come on out and join in on the fun. Tennis is played onSaturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00 AM. Thewind Screens are up and waiting for all tennis players.Pickleball: Jane Kimmins reports: The Pickleball season atSpringmill opened on April 11th at 9:00 AM    WHERE WASTHE CROWD?   I thought I’d see some new faces but Irecognized everyone from last year.   To make it easier on thenew residents of Springmill and to allow for breakfast,newspaper reading, warmth on the courts, etc. we’ve changedthe start time to 10:00 AM.   So, to refresh everyone’s memory,Springmill Pickleball is played on Monday, Wednesday andFriday at 10 AM on the Tennis Courts on the side of theClubhouse.   You can walk through the path or around the poolso don’t let construction stop us from seeing you.

Middletown Ladies Golf League: Joann Stump reports: Wehave begun to have open play at Back Creek.   The actual datefor event play was April 28th.   About 8-10 new members havejoined the league.  The league has decided to limit the roster to50 and we are almost there.  Start time is 9:00 a.m. and as theweather warms we will then start at 8:00 a.m.   9-hole league playcontinues every Thursday morning through the summer and endsin early October.  If interested in joining the league or for moreinformation give Jo Ann Stump a call.Springmill/Spring Arbor Men's Golf League (SMGL): Ourseason started on April 7th and was just about a washout.Garrison Lakes was the venue and due to forecasted rain only 12of the 32 players showed up. It turned out to be a challenge butthe players managed to play between 13 and 18 holes. Weplayed Frog Hollow on the 14th with 28 enjoying a beautiful day.Next on the list was Back Creek on the 21st. We then started therotation all over. We currently have 45 paid members. If anyoneis interested in joining our league a $10.00 membership fee iscollected and will be used at the end of the year to help defraythe cost of the year-end luncheon. Contact Joe Tomassetti atj.tomassetti@verizon.net if you are interested.

Water Aerobics: Ann Raymond reports that Springmill WaterAerobics will begin a new season when the pool opens.  Thetimes are Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 4:00 - 5:00 PM andTuesday, Thursday from 10:30 - 11:30 AM.  You will need anoodle and bar bells.  We look forward to a fun season, noneed to sign up, just come and join us.Yoga: June Stemmle reminds everyone that a Yoga session is heldin the Clubhouse Great Room every Monday morning at 9:00 AM.Meditation follows Yoga from 10:00 – 10:30 AM. CynthiaFrank will help you to learn to de-stress, relax, and find peaceand serenity.   All are welcome.Fitness: Staying fit should be a goal which will help all of us toage gracefully. Springmill offers several ways to help everyonestay fit. With Jazzercise, Yoga, Meditation, the Walking Club,the Gym, Water Aerobics, and miles of scenic paths and streetsfor safe walking and bicycling, it is easy to get out and help stayfit at your own pace and ability.Compiled by Dick Rausch

Sports NewsThe annual Springmill Community Garage Sale is just two weeks away(May 14). Clean out your closets and storage areas and make alittle extra money with these easy garage-sale strategies.Instead of giving away or throwing away miscellaneous itemsthis season, why not channel your inner entrepreneur and takepart in the popular annual garage sale? It’s also the GreenThing to Do. Now here’s how to make the most out of it.

1. Advertising - The CEC takes care of the advertising toensure a large number of potential buyers will show up.

2. Enlist Some Helpers - Have your children, grandkids andneighbors chip in for the cause, both by putting their stuff upfor sale, too, and volunteering to help the day of. Not only willthis double the selection of items for sale, you’ll have extrahands to help. In the days leading up to the sale, look overand clean all the items. There’s nothing worse than selling apair of jeans for $3 and remembering there was a $20 bill inthe back pocket.

3. Consider the Layout - When it comes to rummaging throughother people’s used stuff, presentation matters: Arrange itemsby category, and make it easy to navigate between sections.Instead of throwing books into a box, line them up on abookshelf for easy browsing. Hang up clothes on an oldshower rod and order them by size. Place hot ticket itemsnear the end of your driveway to lure in customers. If peopledriving by see something that catches their eye, they’ll stop totake a look.

4. Create Ambiance - Just because you’re setting up shop inyour front yard doesn’t mean it can’t have the vibe of a classyboutique. Play some nice background music so shoppersaren’t perusing in silence. If you or your grandkids are reallyinto it, you could even open a lemonade stand and sellpackaged snacks or your favorite homemade cookies to makesome extra cash. Make sure to have a garbage can nearby tokeep things tidy.

5. Advertise Each Item’s Value - Make sure all your items areclearly marked with price tags, which will discourage bargain-hunters from offering a bargain-basement price on items thataren’t marked. We recommend using masking tape or bluepainter’s tape and to display prices on each item. Aftershoppers take their items home, they can remove the tapewithout the sticky residue that stickers usually leave.

For bigger items like furniture, make large price signs soshoppers aren’t searching for that small, elusive price tag. Trythese tips to spruce up drab items:* Put (half used) batteries in that remote controlled car soshoppers can test it out.* Have an electric outlet available so customers can tryplugging in their just-purchased blender or lamp.* Many of your items were probably once featured in catalogsor online. Clip out old ads of your items or Amazon printoutsshowing original prices.6. Don’t Overprice - The main thing to remember is not tooverprice. Although it’s nice to make money, clearing out thatexcess clutter should be your ultimate goal. A good rule ofthumb is to sell things for 1/3 to 1/4 of their original price. Youmight be very attached to the items you are selling, but it’s stilla secondhand product to a new owner who is looking for abargain. Also, try to price things with round numbers –25cents instead of 15, $2 instead of (Continued on page 27)

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Advertiser’sSpotlight

Patterson Schwartz Real EstateVicky Bagnatori Miller, daughter of our own VeraBagnatori, has been in the real estate business for fiveyears. After a 35-year career in Marketing at Astra-Zenecawhich ended in 2010, she is now her own boss managingher own schedule and enjoying hersecond career. She enjoys beingclose to home and family whichconsists of her husband three sistersand one brother and many niecesand nephews. Her former careertook her to Iowa for three years, andshe and her family enjoyed the rurallifestyle of Iowans. Wanting to moveback to Delaware, she choseMiddletown as her home because of its rural way of life afew years back. Today, that has all changed.

Her new career has changed her life style. While in thecorporate world, the weekends were hers to enjoy. Today,the weekends are when most folks are available to look athomes. This change of work week suits her fine thesedays as her husband is busy with taking care of hisbusiness, and she has no children at home that need care.Flexibility with her schedule is another plus to Vicky.Selling homes to first-time buyers gives Vicky greatpleasure, as the buyers are usually young folks who arethrilled to become home owners. However, the differenceis that they want it all the first time around, which is, anopen floor plan, granite in the kitchen along with superiorappliances, a large yard with beautiful landscaping and willstretch their dollars to have it. No waiting until the secondor third home to acquire all of this. It becomes importantto buy the best now.

Selling homes to seniors means a smaller home withfewer luxuries and more services which mean no outsidemaintenance year round. A gourmet kitchen is notrequired, as going out to dinner more fits into their newstyle of living. The 55+ communities are very popular toseniors as they are now with folks their own age and sharesimilar interests. A move to Springmill means many formsof entertainment without going too far. For those who likesports, a variety is offered and for those who prefer to takeday and longer trips, the list is endless. The lowmaintenance fee is another big draw. Convenience to alltypes of stores and businesses makes life easier andmore comfortable for the senior set.

Vicky enjoys the life she has now that her four childrenhave moved out. Her husband who is semi-retired sellslife insurance, and both coordinate their schedules so theyhave time together. They live in the Legends, so Vickycan drop in for a quick visit to her mother at any time.

Looking back on her former life, working in the corporateworld was the right thing to do at that time. Today, beingfree of all those responsibilities gives Vicky the opportunityto enjoy a second career that allows her more freedomand the opportunity to help folks with their largestpurchase ever – a new home.Her office is at 4485 Summit Bridge Road, and she can bereached at 354-4409 or 285-5107.

Sonya Comstock

Nurses Week – May 6-12National Nurses Week begins each year on May 6 andends on May 12, FlorenceNightingale's birthday, thefounder of professionalnursing. These permanentdates, enhance planningand position NationalNurses Week as anestablished recognizedevent. As of 1998, May 8was designated as National StudentNurses Day, to be celebrated annually. Asof 2003, National School Nurses Day is celebratedon the Wednesday within National Nurses Week eachyear.

Nurses are the heart of healthcare. From the time wewere infants to our senior years, nurses have played avital role in our lives. They make us feel comfortable andenable us to get back to normal lives as soon as possible.Physicians are confident in turning over their patients to acompetent nurse who will follow the doctor’s orders butadd a personal touch of caring to the patient. Being in ahospital or rehab center is only second best to beinghome, and nurses understand what the patient isexperiencing. Their training and gentle nature is passedon to the patient who will recuperate at a faster rateallowing the patient to return home sooner.

The nursing industry has become more professional withadvanced training so that nurses can perform duties oncedelegated to only physicians. Nurses now have Master’sDegrees and specialized training to assumeresponsibilities once reserved for physicians. Thisprofession has now extended to men who wish to care forsick people and continues to grow. We welcome all thosewho wish to keep us healthy and comfortable as weadvance in age.

To our SM nurses - Lois Baker, Carolyn Bodden, BeckyBullock, Carolee Burkey, Joann Campbell, Maria Corvino,Marcy Florendo, Marge Flynn, Carol Foley, LeslieFreeman, Claudia Garrett, Carol Geiger, Bernadette Hnat,Helen Jackson, Nancy Jaeger, Kathy Kobus, JoannKurych, Christine Laphan, Claudette Lasko, Joan Lloyd,Fran Mills, Ann Newswanger,Marie Rigg and NancyShannon.

We are thankful that you chose Springmill as your homeand appreciate your gift of caring for all of us.

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April 27-May 15 Matinee & Evening Performances“The Explorers Club” – A crisis arises as their actingpresident wants to admit a woman, but it has not been donebefore and such admittance would shake the British Empire.Tickets - $35-$50Grand Opera House, 818 North Market Street,302-652-5577Fri. May 6 -7:30 p.m. – “Delaware Symphony Orchestra”David Amado, Music Director – Tickets - $60Mon. May 9 -6 p.m. – (Baby Grand) “Honoring PaulCalistro” – Recognition of West End Neighborhood House”Tickets - $119Sat. May 14-8 p.m. (Baby Grand) “Eric Mintel Plays TV”Pianist Eric Mentel and quartet play jazz arrangements of classicTV theme songs and commercial jingles. Tickets - $26Tues. May 17 – 8 p.m. – “Garrison Keillor” – writer andhumorist best known for his popular live radio show. Tickets -$53-$60RehobothClear Space Theatre, 20 Baltimore Ave., 302-227-2770May 6 – May 22 Matinee & Evening Performances“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” – Eclecticgroup of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championshipof a lifetime. Hilarious and touching stories from their homelife add to the show.Tickets - $27NewarkUniversity of Delaware, Trabant CenterInternational FilmsSunday – 7:30 p.m. – FREE

(Cultural Events continued from page 21) May 1 – “About Elly” – A group of former college palsdecide to reunite for a weekend outing by the Caspian Sea.2009 Iranian – 119 min. in Persian and EnglishMay 8 – “Five Oscar Nominated Animated short films” –91 min. in English but from various nationsUniversity of Delaware, Trabant Center, 17 W Main St,302-831-0500Pre-Theater / Early Dining Now until May 13Enjoy a three-course dinner at the Vita Nova Restaurant(Darden Bistro) Wed-Fri – beginning at 5:30 p.m. for just $28pp. Includes appetizer, choice of five entrees & threedesserts. No reservations are necessary.Sonya Comstock

$1.80. This way, you’ll avoidjuggling loose change and making math errors whencalculating totals.

7. Be Thoughtful About Checkout - Instead of putting all yourmoney in a tin, both you and your helper(s) can wear somethingwith pockets so you have cash on you all the time. Have lots ofsmall bills to make change for customers, and when they’reready to pay, tally up their items and keep a ledger of what yousold for how much. Once your customers have selected theirtreasures, wrap up breakables in newspaper and provide bagsfor easy transport. As the day winds down, don’t be afraid tolower prices or offer everything half off.

Stick with these rules of thumb and you can brag about howsuccessful your garage sale was.

Information abstracted from realsimple.com.

Dick Rausch

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