Shell Point Life August 2007

August 2007Vol. 2 Issue 8

2 Shell Point Life | August 2007

ARE WE THERE YET?By Lynn Schneider, Editor

It’s August, a perfect monthto enjoy a summer vacation!This edition of Shell Point Lifefeatures the exciting way toexpand your world — by travel!

One of the most excitingaspects of travel is the sense ofdestination; the idea that wehave “arrived.”

I’m sure none of us knewyears ago that we would arrivehere at Shell Point one day,but aren’t we glad we did?

Whether as a resident or a staff mem-ber, we all share the common benefit ofhaving arrived at a truly wonderful desti-nation. But, while we enjoy an exception-al home base, there are still many moreplaces to see in the world and this monthwe are going to explore several.

Come along with me as we sit backand read about several exciting trips someof our residents have recently made start-ing on page 3. Marco Polo would be proudof our intrepid world travelers who sharetheir stories with us. World cruises, treksthrough the rain forest, gondolas on thecanals of Venice, and bird watching inScotland are just a few of the adventureswe will enjoy in our “armchair” travels.

Or, perhaps you’d like toexplore the world with yourtaste buds? Resort Services hasplanned a variety of outingsthat serve up menus of interna-tional fare including Greek,Mexican, Italian and more.These are described in themonthly Happenings sectionand you can start signing up forthese trips on August 1 at eitherservice desk on the Island or inThe Woodlands.

Or better still – plan a visit to theCrystal Dining Room or the Palm Grillthis month for their exciting dining eventsthat include among other things, anEvening in Paris!

And what would summer travel bewithout good old fashioned road trips?Almost every family has at least one storyabout the time they packed a suitcase andjumped into the station wagon for a weekon the open road enjoying the sights andsounds of America. From the weird to thewacky, we’ve summed up some places that Ibet you’ll recognize on page 8.

So, thanks for joining us this monthas we explore the world of travel. Enjoythe trip!

ON TH E CO V E R

Road trips are as American as apple pie! Everyone gets a sense ofnostalgia when they recall summer vacations spent in the family auto-mobile driving to interesting sites around the county.

Shell Point Life is published monthly for the resi-dents of Shell Point Retirement Community.

Editor Lynn SchneiderArt Director Rich Cerrina

Graphic Designer Wendy Iverson

Staff ContributorsGene McGonigle, Teri Kollath, Millie Kuehn,Linda Rakos, Randy Woods, Robyn Church,

Rachael Dula, Carol Cooper, Tom Frackenpohl,Carol Clark, Mary Franklin, Elizabeth Brown,

Sarah Patten, Ted Yeatts, Steve Morton, Chris Bright, McKenzie Boren, Ginny Ficker,

Chrysten Burzio, Casey Francis, Kristin Winberry

Resident ContributorsChuck Durrell, Bill Saunders, Peggy Holton,

Don Rogowskey, Guy McMillan

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Correction: In July’s Shell Point Life, the photo of Robert and Alma Johnson was incorrectly

captioned as Maxine and William Brooks.

Lynn and her husbandCraig paused for a photoon a trip to Ruby Falls inChattanooga, Tennessee.

Exciting travel opportunities are onthe horizon! After a few meetingswith those interested in traveling, we havecomplied a “buddy list” of residents who havean all-around interest in travel. We are work-ing on planning trips throughout the seasonto such places as Amelia Island, Savannahand other special places and event destina-tions in Florida.

Our hope is that these trips will allowresidents with common interests to meet andeventually plan adventures together. Watchyour mailbox for a questionnaire that willnarrow down our exciting trip options andthanks to those who have already sharedtheir ideas.

Please let me know if you have anythingyou’d like to share, by calling 454-2239.

Travel Takes Off!B Y E L I Z A B E T H B R O W N , P R O G R A M

C O O R D I N A T O R

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Cruising is an exceptional

means of traveling the world

because of its convenience and all-inclusive

nature. This spring, two Shell Point couples,

Lessie and Dayton Slater (Sand Dollar) and

Pat and Sam Marcus (Oakmont), returned

from a 105-day cruise around the world on the

Holland American liner MS Amsterdam.

On their grand world voy-age that circled the southernhemisphere, the 1,300 cruisersstopped in over 40 ports,including mysterious EasterIsland and the city of Dubai(UAE) — famed as an engi-neering masterpiece becausethe city is entirely built uponsand. The consensual favoritestop among the travelers wasthe island of Bora Bora in French Polynesia —the most mythical of the Pacific Isles —renowned for its white sand beaches, crystalclear water and colorful reefs. They alsoagreed that the harbor of Sydney, Australia,

was unmatchablewith its grand OperaHouse visible frommiles away.

The Slaters andMarcuses bookedtheir cruise packages

with Virtuoso, a travel network that can befound through various travel agencies,including Geraci Travel. All agreed thatVirtuoso is the best network because of itsamenities and optional day trips. Excursionsare offered at every port stop; however, some-times guests simply choose to wander aroundthe port for the day. At Cairo the Slatersvisited the Pyramids of Giza while theMarcuses, who had seen the pyramids on

previous world cruises, stayedin Alexandria to explore thelocal culture.

The Slaters have been tak-ing cruises since 1955, whenthey embarked on their firstcruise out of Miami aboard theSS Evangeline. That was a longtime ago but Lessie and Daytonhave continued to cruise for fiftyyears. This was their first world

cruise, and they said they would definitely beinterested in going on one again. When askedwhat her favorite excursion was, Lessiereplied, “It was the tropical rainforest inCairns, Australia.”

On the other hand, Pat and Sam Marcusare world cruise veterans. They have takenseveral other world cruises and simply lovethe cruising experience. After three and ahalf months aboard a ship with the samegroup of people, they explained, you reallycan build friendships with other cruisers.Perhaps the most unusual detail about thetrip is the fact that the Slaters and Marcuses

had not ever met until the weekend prior totheir departure! Lessie tracked down some-thing she “heard through the grapevine” andfound to her delight that Shell Point wouldbe doubly represented aboard the MSAmsterdam as it sailed the globe.

Lessie and Dayton called this cruise a fab-ulous trip and that they could not have beenmore pleased. The Marcuses also reportedthat this time, just as their previous cruisesproved to be, was a great time on the highseas. So now that you know it is possible,why not grab a neighbor and set up your firsttrip around the world? Sam and Pat Marcus (Oakmont).

Lessie and Dayton Slater(Sand Dollar) in EasterIsland

Lessie and Dayton Slater (Sand Dollar) in the Tropics.

When we went looking for travelers here at Shell Point, wefound many that opt for cruises. The following tales tell of trips by plane,train and ship to see distant corners of the world, so step aboard and takea look at some of the trips your neighbors have recently embarked upon!

Two Shell Point Couples End Up on the Same World CruiseAround the Southern Hemisphere

Cruising the ContinentsSam and Pat Marcus (Oakmont)


R ather than taking a tripon the high seas that lasts

for months, Turban residents BillSaunders (known around ShellPoint as the “Bird Man”) and hiswife, Jane, chose another option.The Saunders took a two-weekvacation, one week on land and oneweek at sea.

Although birding and birdwatching are very similar, avid bird-ers consider themselves to be a bit moreknowledgeable about the creatures regardinghabits, identifying factors, moulting, migra-tion timing, and colorings. Bill describes hishobby, which began in 1985, as “like anonion;” meaning that there are many levelsthat one can uncover in birding, diving in asdeep as you choose. For Bill, “it is a form ofrelaxation.”

Birding is a world-wide leisure pursuitthat has become very popular. Bill and hiswife, Jane, have taken several trips for theexpress purpose of birding, though there isalways more to explore than just birds. Theyhave visited Jamaica; the Galapagos Islands;Siberia, Russia; the Arctic and the Antarctic— and that’s not all! Many of the trips werecruises, and recently Bill and Jane returnedfrom another wonderful two-week excursion.They took a birding cruise and tour ofScotland through Victor Emanuel NatureTours (a group that specializes in birding tripsto over 100 locations around the globe).

The group spent the first week of the trip

on land. Twenty bird-lovingtourists flew into Inverness,Scotland, and drove east tothe Glenlivet House, locatedin the Cairngorms NationalPark. The Glenlivet Housenot only has a great view ofthe Banffshire countrysidebut is also home to a famousdistillery, acclaimed for itsancient Single Malt Scotch

Whiskey. The touring group made the Lodgeat the Glenlivet House their launching padfor a week of day trips and excursions aroundthe highlands area.

Bill and Jane stayed on their toes spottingplenty of native birds, including the Scottishcrossbill, black grouse, Capercaillie and more!

At week’s end the group headed even fur-ther east to Aberdeen, located onthe Scottish coast, where theyboarded a ship, the Russian MVGrigoriy Mikheev for a tour of the

Scottish Isles. They visited Shetland, FairIsle, the Orkneys, the towering 1,000-foot seacliffs and pinnacles of Hoy, and theHebridean islands of Harris and Lewis. Thetour explored many of the wonders of theScottish Isles but always maintained focus onthe special birds. Jane thoroughly enjoyedthe second week because of the incrediblesights. She, too, has an interest in birds but isnot quite as enthusiastic as Bill. Once a his-tory teacher, Jane is especially keen on theNeolithic villages in the Orkneys. Anotherhighlight for her was the incredible StandingStones of Callanish in the Hebridian Islands.The group also visited the St. KildaArchipelago. Throughout the cruise bird-

watchers spotted a myri-ad of shorebirds, loon,and wildfowl, notablythe Manx Shearwater.

The cruise finishedup in the port of Oban,having circled the entirenorthern part of

Scotland.Bill and Jane had a truly wonder-

ful time in Scotland, discoveringmany new and exciting birds, and see-ing a beautiful and historically richarea of Scotland, taking advantage oftheir summer vacation by flying allthe way across the sea!

The Saunders took a two-week surf-and-turf vaca-tion, one week on land in the Scotland highlandsarea, and one week at sea in the Scottish Isles.


There are 194 countries in the worldand it is likely that at least one

Shell Point resident has visited each one. Dr.Robert Clark (Sundial) is a dedicated world-traveler who has visited almost every one ofthose 194 nations. Robert is a European his-tory buff, having achieved his Doctorate andMasters Degrees from the University ofPennsylvania; needless to say, he truly enjoysthe historical value of his time abroad. Hebegan traveling with his wife about forty years

ago and since her passing, Robert moved toShell Point. He continues to take solo jour-neys every two months, meeting new friendsalong the way and making check marks coun-try by country on his list.

Suez CanalThis past spring Robert cruised aboard the

Crystal Serenity to some marvelous spots aroundthe southern hemisphere, venturing all the wayto Egypt, sailing through the Indian Ocean intothe Red Sea. As part of a 12-ship convoy pass-ing through the incredibly secure Suez Canal,which is equipped with highly powerful mili-tary artillery, the cruiser docked in the port andcommercial center of Alexandria, Egypt.

The Great Nile RiverRobert explored the incredible Cairo

Museum in Alexandria and later traveledalong the Nile River south to the actual cityof Cairo which, Robert reports, is magnifi-cent—full of ruins and close access to the pyr-amids of Giza. From there the tourists contin-ued southward on the Nile to Luxor, site ofthe ancient city of Thebes. Interesting tonote, the Nile River is the only river in theworld that flows from south to north rather

than north to south. Luxor isjust across the river from theValley of the Kings, making it afavorite among historians seek-ing to view ancient ruins andstudy the rich history of thecountry. Robert said thatbecause Egypt is so rich histori-cally, he found it to be one of themost intriguing places in theworld, “even though my degreewas in European history,” hechuckled. “This trip was a high-light of my traveling career.”

Favorite Places from Past Travels

When asked to name the most magnifi-cent event he has ever beheld, Dr. Clarkreported that it would surely be thefamed Carnival of Rio de Janeiro,Brazil — a fantastic 4-day showcaseleading up to Lent, complete withornate floats, created sans technolo-gy, equipped with droves of musi-cians, dancers, and people dressed inglitzy costumes. “It is truly magnifi-cent,” Robert said.

As for stand-out cities, DubaiCity of the United Arab Emirates onthe eastern Arabian Peninsula is theone that Robert holds in the highestregard. This city is a monumental

engineering feat. It takes the most skilledengineers to keep up with the city’s expan-sion, with the world’s tallest building and sky-scrapers that look like space ships, all built ona base of sand!

Paris, France, is the city that Robertholds closest to his heart, having lived withinwalking distance from the Musee d’Orsay. Hefondly remembers strolling along the SeineRiver and taking history classes at theSorbonne. Robert and his wife once took awonderful wine-trail trip through the south ofFrance, an experience that he will never for-get. In America Robert enjoys visiting thecity of Santa Fe, New Mexico, as well asManhattan, where he lived with his wife forforty years before moving to Florida.

Robert Clark with Dorothy Hamill, 1976Olympic Gold Medal figure skating champion.Dorothy was the ship’s celebrity activitiesdirector, during Robert’s cruise.

Visiting EgyptThis past spring Robert Clark cruised through the

Indian Ocean and Red Sea to discover Egypt


When I waved goodbye toShell Point last summer after

finishing my internship, instead of returning toJames Madison University in Virginia, Ipacked up my bags and caught a flight boundfor Europe. On August 21, 2006, I embarkedon a two-week backpacking excursion, goingfrom Paris, France, to parts of Switzerland andAustria via planes, trains, and automobiles, fol-lowed by a three-and-a-half-month stay inSiena, Italy, where I completed universitycourses in Italian language, culture and history.

In the good company of two old friends,I explored the illuminated city of Paris, theSwiss Alps, the cities of Lausanne and Bern,the Austrian village of Salzburg — famoussetting of The Sound of Music — and Vienna,

“the city of music.” I traveled country tocountry with only a backpack full of a fewpairs of jeans, one dress, a toothbrush andmy passport. The supplies were slim.

After the two-week journey, we landedsecurely in the medieval city of Siena.Nestled in the hills of Toscana (Tuscany)

just south of Firenze (Florence), the city ofSiena once served as the last stop for travel-ers going south toward Rome on the pilgrim-age route from Canterbury.

Living in Siena allowed me a myriad ofunparalleled experiences —from a cookingclass with an Italian mama, to tours of thegraves of saints. I spent a week in the busy

Roman metropolis, with a day in theVatican City, and three days in Venice —the sleepy city of lovers. I explored the vine-yards that spilled over the sides of green andgold hills with my camera in one hand andmy journal in the other and tasted the mostdelicious wines and pizzas fired in great brickovens. I learned to love pasta conpomodoro, pasta that is like spaghetti fromheaven made with the freshest ingredients; Ieven ate wild boar and rabbit meat!

Right in the center of the city, my apart-ment was small and a bit shabby but perfectlyquaint and ideally located. I hung my dry-ing laundry from the windows just acrossthe alley from a tailor who nodded to meeach morning from his window. Truly, Iwas able to experience another culture inthe most excellent way. I walked fiveminutes to school every day to

take classes taught byItalian natives,speaking of Italy as if

it were a fine jewel from an age-oldtreasure chest. The knowledge Igained from the perspectives of sea-soned Italians is of infinite value to me— priceless, because it is something Icould never manufacture. It was thesalt of Italy’s earth.

As I look back on thosemonths, I realize that my life istruly on a different course than itwas before I left. I have gained anew understanding of the worldand life from this entirely differ-

ent culture that will seasonmy life and the choices Imake now and forever.Cheers to traveling, becausewhat Marcel Proust said istrue — “the real voyage of

discovery consists notin seeking new land-scapes but in havingnew eyes.”

Peeking out of a grand green door in Paris, France. Ginny andfriends Megan and Kaili backpacked for two weeks, including afour day stay in the bright city of Paris.

In Siena, Italy, when it rains, it pours.Siena is known for it’s famous Piazza del

Campo (pictured here) which is thevery center point of the city. Inmedieval times when the city wasbuilt, all water drained into the cen-ter of this shell-shaped piazza.

Ginny and long timefriend Kaili pose for apicture on a bridge inVenice, Italy. Thewater level in the cityof Venice is so highthat canals are thestreets—taxis are boatsand gondolas are actu-ally practical!

Ginny and long timefriend Kaili pose for apicture on a bridge inVenice, Italy. Thewater level in the cityof Venice is so highthat canals are thestreets—taxis are boatsand gondolas are actu-ally practical!

ExploringEurope

During her second year of college, Ginny Fickerheaded to Italy to study abroad. Before classesstarted, she backpacked in Europe for two weeks.


Long before folks drove on concretesuperhighways and visited concretetheme parks, Mom and Dad would load thekids in the family car and head for placesunknown to see sights never seen before:strange plants and animals not found intheir home state — mountains and oceans,rivers and caves — and exercise was hikingin state parks. It wasn’t a theme park; itwas the real America. For entertainmentthe kids would take turns selecting a freetumbler from the glass case between thegas pumps — a premium for buying at thatstation. In the car you’d play license platebingo or watch for the next set of Burma-Shave signs.

The whale

Put Jonah

Down the hatch

But coughed him up

Because he scratched

Burma-Shave

Way back in the 20s, Clinton Odelldeveloped a brushless shaving cream whichhe called Burma-Shave. At a time whenfolks were really starting to travel America byautomobile, the brushless shave cream elim-inated the problem of packing a wet shavingbrush and cup. Odell had an excellent prod-uct; all he lacked was a marketing plan.When young Allan Odell pitched a greatsales idea to his dad, he got $200 to give it atry. What happened is one of America’s most

successful advertising plans ever! The kid bought some materials to con-

struct highway signs and in 1926, usingrecycled lumber, Allan fabricated the firstBurma-Shave verses. He erected one set ofsigns along Route 35 between Albert Leaand Minneapolis, Minnesota. It didn’t takelong for sales to soar. Orders poured in, andsales for the year hit $68,000. Soon Allanand his brother, Leonard, were putting upsigns all over the place.

Although Allan wrote many of theearly jingles himself, what made the signcampaign so successful was that ordinaryfolks were encouraged to write the jinglesand were awarded cash prizes of up to $100.The signs cheered folks up during theDepression and during the dark days ofWorld War II. Some homesick GIs evenerected Burma-Shave look-alike signs inAlaska, Germany, and Antarctica!

His cheek

Was rough

His chick vamoosed

And now she won’t

Come home to roost

Burma-Shave

At their height of popularity therewere 7,000 Burma-Shave signs stretchingacross America. The familiar white-on-redsigns, grouped by fours, fives, or sixes, wereas much a part of a family trip as was irritat-ing your kid brother in the back seat of the

car. You’d read first one, then the next,always anticipating the punch line, and thefamiliar Burma-Shave on the last sign.

Unless

Your face

Is stinger free

You’d better let

Your honey be

Burma-Shave

But all good things come to an end. Inthe late 50s cars got faster and superhigh-ways were built to accommodate them. Thefun little signs were being replaced by huge,unsightly billboards. Although the tinyBurma-Shave company eventually grew to$3 million in annual sales, the OdellFamily sold their company to Gillette,which in turn became part of AmericanSafety Razor and Phillip Morris. 1963 wasthe last year for new Burma Shave signsand by 1966, every last sign disappearedfrom America’s highways. No more redand white nuggets of roadside humor toease the journey.

But, as befits such an important part ofAmerican culture, one set is preserved bythe Smithsonian Institution. It reads:

Shaving brushes

You’ll soon see ‘em

On a shelf

In some museum

Burma-Shave

Burma Shave signs provided a roadside diversion


South of the BorderWhere I-95 crosses between North

Carolina and South Carolina, South of theBorder is nowhere near Mexico. You’ll see itadvertised for miles, so you gotta stop. It hasjust about anything a traveler could want, ifyou don’t mind it being heavy on the “Kitsch”and the gas costing at least 20¢ more per gal-lon than in the surrounding countryside.South of the Border makes this border cross-ing memorable.

All Tied UpIn the Midwest, there seems to be a con-

test over who has the honor of being home ofthe World’s Largest Ball of Twine. Currentlythere are four balls, located in Darwin,Minnesota; Cawker City, Kansas; Branson,Missouri; and another one rolling up some-

where in Wisconsin. Would I string youalong? Perhaps you’d like to see all four!

Corn PalaceIf string isn’t your thing, then how

about corn? The Corn Palace, with its madmix of onion domes and minarets, looks likeit was drop-kicked out of czarist Russia. Itwas originally built to show off the fertilityof South Dakota soil — and it’s remainedon the job, standing in downtown Mitchellfor over 75 years.

Fill ’er UpWell-known to I-80 travelers as The

World’s Largest Gas Station, Little America,Wyoming, was named after Admiral Byrd’scamp on the South Pole. Opened in 1932, therest stop grew to include scores of gas pumps,a hotel, restaurants, and a post office. Theowners wanted a penguin as a live mascot, butit died on the way from Antarctica. Makingthe best of a bad deal, Little America hasEmperor stuffed and proudly on display in therest stop. Stop here only if you need refueling!

Desert AttractionsHeading south to Alamosa, Colorado,

the Great Sand Dunes National Monumentis a big pile of sand – a colossal mountain of

the stuff. Imagine an ashtray – or maybe agiant litter box – that’s 30 miles square.Maybe it could be used to fill in the nextattraction — the Meteor Crater, nearFlagstaff, Arizona. About 50,000 years ago asmall asteroid, reckoned to be 80 feet indiameter, impacted the Earth and formed thecrater. Feel free to make a stop, but it’s justanother big hole in the ground!

E.T. Phone HomeHeading back east, the intrepid traveler

will not want to miss Roswell, New Mexico,home of 1947’s infamous Roswell Incident —superbly tacky, even for tourists from Mars!

Nature’s WonderNow if you don’t have a hankering to

drive too far, get on down to Bonita Springsfor a stop at the Everglades Wonder Gardens.The Gardens have been open since the 50s —before “Southwest Florida was ruined bydevelopers and crushed by an ever-expandinghuman population,” as their website says.Visiting the Gardens today is surely like step-ping back into the 50s – and a great way to getthe flavor of some of the other oddities men-tioned in this print odyssey.

World’s Biggest Ball of Twine in Kansas

Alien spaceships inRoswell, New

Mexico and TheEverglades Wonder

Gardens inSouthwest Florida

Weird,Wacky& Wonderful

There are some strange and wonderful things tobe seen when traveling around the good oldUSA, so for a quick tour of the odd, read on.

The Corn Palace in South Dakota


Rock CityDo you remember the old “See Rock

City” barns? If you traveled anywhere inthe southeastern United States in the 1950sor 60s, chances are you’ve seen hundreds ofthe barns, each with the roof or sides paint-ed with in big, bold white letters.

It all began in the 1920s, when Garnetand Frieda Carter developed a garden walkwayin their estate atop Lookout Mountain innorthern Georgia. America was in the GreatDepression when the Carters opened their gar-dens, “Overlooking Seven States,” to the pub-lic in 1932. In what would become one of themost unique advertising gimmicks ever, Carterhired Clark Byers to paint “See Rock City” onhundreds of barns located along highwaysleading to Chattanooga. From 1937 until hisretirement in 1969, Byers painted over 900barns in 19 southern states. Most of the origi-nal barns are but a memory, but you still maysee one on America’s back roads!

Wall DrugFor kids who grew up “out West,” the

name Wall Drug strikes a familiar note withanyone who’s driven the interstate systemwest of the Appalachians or east of theRockies. Wall Drug is a sprawling touristmall that occupies the majority of down-town Wall, South Dakota. Wall used to be

known by locals as “the geographical centerof nowhere.” That was before Ted Husteadcame along.

Ted was a Nebraska native who moved toWall and opened a tiny drug store in 1931.Five years later it was still a tiny drug store.Ted’s wife thought that the travelers driving

past their store must be thirsty and suggestedthey put up a sign outside of town advertisingfree ice water at Wall Drug. Ted thought itwas a silly idea, but he was desperate and putup the sign. By the time he got back, thirstytourists were already lining up for their freeice water. They’ve been stopping ever since.

In fact, over a million people stop at WallDrug every year — 20,000 on a good summerday. But Wall Drug’s days of billboard gloryended in 1965, when Lady Bird Johnson bull-dozed her nationwide Highway BeautificationAct through Congress. After publicly pro-claiming that road signs were “junk,” shebegan a one-woman campaign of billboard-razing that continues to this day. Wall Drug’slovable signs have been among her mostnotable victims.

Today, a fifty-ton, 80-foot-long dinosaurstands next to the freeway, reminding travel-ers that Wall Drug is still open, and businessis better than ever. The free ice water is ascool and sweet as ever, and the coffee is onlyfive cents.

Located atop Lookout Mountain, nearChattanooga, Tennessee is Rock City Gardens, acollection of natural caverns, rock formations and arock outcropping with spectacular views. Fromthere, a visitor can gaze in the direction of sevenstates including Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia,North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia andAlabama, all from one scenic overlook.


Let’s play a game. Can you think of anaction that takes very little thought, effort,and time — yet has the power to changesomeone’s mood? Need another hint? Thisaction is hands free and only takes 14 mus-cles to perform. It also has health benefits!

For example, it can boost your immune sys-tem because you are more relaxed. Can youguess what it is yet? What if you knew thatdoing this draws people together and makesyou appear younger? Take your best guess.

If you guessed a smile, then you are

correct! Smiling is something that the residents

of Shell Point do in abundance! Try walk-ing around Shell Point and note how manypeople smile at you. But be careful, thosesmiles are contagious!

Jan and Don Rogowskey (Lucina)came to Shell Point in 2002 fromWestport, Connecticut, where they lived forover 30 years. Don and Jan were dedicatedmembers of the Saugatuck CongregationalChurch. The 175-year old church is consid-ered one of the most beautiful meeting hous-es in America. As is typical of the architec-tural style of these churches, there are nostained glass windows.

Jody Marie Toelken, a member of a 12-step program sponsored by the church, want-ed to express her appreciation to the churchfor their support of these programs, of whichthe church hosts more than 50 each week.She offered to craft and donate a stained glasswindow for the church. Ted Hoskins, seniorminister, was very receptive to the idea. Jodydid not feel capable of designing the window,so Ted asked Don Rogowskey, an administra-

tor at the church, to get involved.Though Don has never had any formal

training in art, he has always been interestedin it. Here at Shell Point, Don is involved inpainting with watercolor and oil, as well aswith framing for the art studio. You may recallthat Don took first place in a Bonita Springsart show last year for an oil painting of potteryfrom New Mexico.

The chapel was the logical location forthe window, but with four windows to do –the plan quadrupled twice – each windowhad two panes. To preserve the traditionallook of the meeting house, the stained glasswindows were mounted on the inside of theexisting windows. Thus the colors can be seenin their full glory from the inside, but the exte-rior look of the church remains unchanged.

Jody and Don met with the pastor ofthe church, Ted Haskins, to brainstormideas for the windows. Ted came up withthe themes which Don developed into thefocal points of the design. Then Jody craft-ed the stained glass windows and JonBromer a carpenter, created the woodenframes for the glass panes.

Don cherishes his involvement with thisproject because he knows, as he says, “how oftendoes one get a chance to create something thatwill outlive you.” And for that, the entire con-gregation of the Saugatuck CongregationalChurch will always be grateful.

Teamwork Brings Beautiful Stained Glass Windows to Saugatuck Congregational ChurchB Y D O N R O G O W S K E Y ( L U C I N A )

L-R: Herman Bips (King’s Crown), Helen Remington (Lakewood), John Williams (Harbor Court), Leighton Brown (Turban), Bobbi Brown (Nautilus)

Smile!BY CA S E Y FR A N C I S , MA R K E T I N G IN T E R N

Shown here are three of the eight stained glass windows Don helped to create. Some of theother scenes depicted a pilgrim ship, a seashell, the birth of Christ, congregation, and the Bible.

The Saugatuck Congregational Church, builtin 1832, is noteworthy as the site ofWestport's first town meeting in 1835. In1950 the church was moved to a new loca-tion, 600 yards diagonally across the PostRoad. In 2002 the eight new stained glasswindows were installed.


Four generations of girls gathered for a specialfamily photo. Clockwise from left: FrancesKennedy (King’s Crown); her daughter, JaneStrand; granddaughter Karla Frazier; andgreat-granddaughter Kayla Frazier.

Some volunteer services continueyear-round at Shell Point, and we arecertainly glad they do! Though indi-vidual volunteers in these groups maytake vacation time away, the rest of thegroup often stretches to cover. Wethank them and the other residentswho give some of their extra summertime to help out. Our hats are off to thefollowing groups: Lap Robes; StampProject; Recorders; Tone Chimes;Academy Instructors; Library andLibrary Book Talk and Genealogy;Huggie Hearts; Adopt-A-Road; King’sCrown and Arbor and PavilionAuxiliary volunteers; Rose GardenVolunteers; Pharmacy; WelcomeCenter; Computer Lab; VolunteerDrivers; Gift Shop; Hope Hospice atShell Point; Hospitality; Meals onWheels; Morning Callers; OrchidHouse; Resident Activity CenterGreeters; Salon Greeters and UPS.

Thank you volunteers! Your dedi-cation makes this community a greatplace to live.

New Opportunitiesto Volunteer

As our community grows, so does theopportunity to make a difference.Currently we are seeking active residentswho enjoy combining physical fitnessopportunities with their volunteer service.

Every month there are residents whopick-up new issues of Shell Point Life fromthe service desk and deliver them to res-idents at their court. Volunteer opportu-nities are available to do the same forOakmont, Rosemont, Lakewood and thebuildings of Eagles Preserve.

Transporters are needed throughoutthe Larsen Pavilion to help get residentsto programs, activities and services. Thisis a wonderful chance to visit with a resi-dent while pushing their wheelchair orholding out a friendly arm to accompanyor assist them. The few minutes requiredwith each transport is much appreciatedand quite rewarding on a personal level.

Other volunteer opportunities existthat perhaps make good use of your life-time of experience. Or, if technologyhas been a passion of yours, you couldsign on to assist fellow residents withtechnology as they provide programsand classes or help with SPTV-11.

If leadership and organization areyour strong suits, there are several ShellPoint activities that are seeking leaders.

The Academy at Shell Point pro-vides all sorts of opportunities, like offer-ing your special talents or sharing yourinteresting experiences.

If any of these volunteer servicesappeal to you, contact Teri Kollath at454-2254 for more information on theseand other volunteer opportunities.

Many Shell Point VolunteersProvide Year-Round Service BY TE R I KO L L AT H , AC A D E M Y A N D VO L U N T E E R SE RV I C E S MA N A G E R

Four GenerationsThere’s nothing better than reconnect-

ing with family, and Frances Kennedy ofKing’s Crown was blessed with three gener-ations, as her daughter, granddaughter, andgreat-granddaughter all came to visit thislast month. Her tenth great-grandchild, 3-month-old Kayla, and her mom KarlaFrazier hail from Detroit, Michigan, as doesFrances’ daughter, Jane Strand. “It is sowonderful seeing my mom again, now thatshe is settled in King’s Crown,” Janeexplained. The four generations spent timeat the beach and enjoyed the sightseeingaround the area.

Start the Season with a SongJoin One of the Shell Point Choirs

All singers are encouraged to begin the sea-son singing together. There are two significant groups toconsider. The Village Church Choir rehearses onWednesdays at 5:45 p.m. beginning August 1 and singseach week during the worship services and for specialoccasions with many guest artists.

The Shell Point Singers is our community choirwhich will present 3 seasonal concerts this year. Theyrehearse on Mondays at 3:15 p.m., beginning August 20.Both groups rehearse in the choir room, located back-stage of the church and are led by Randy Woods, minis-ter of worship and music at the Village Church. Comejoin the The Village Church Choir and/or the ShellPoint Singers and start the season with a song!

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Organ Concert with Claire Faasse & Crawford WileyTuesday, August 7 — 7:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/IS

Claire Faasse is currently the organist atCovenant Presbyterian Church in FortMyers. She has played master classics withmany well-known organists and teachers.Eighteen-year-old Crawford Wiley beganpiano studies at age 4 and has been study-ing organ with Faasse for five years.Crawford played the organ for NationalPublic Radio’s popular “From the Top” pro-gram, which was recorded here at ShellPoint last year. They have also played inthe Festival of Great Organ Music at theNaples Philharmonic. They will presentpopular classical selections, as well as somefavorite hymns.

An Evening in ParisWednesday, August 8Crystal Room/ISThe menu will feature such savory sensa-tions as lamb shanks with garlic, bakedscallops in Gruyere cream sauce, and a tan-

talizing crepestation. Allare invited tothis truly spe-cial occasion.

Dinner at Dwyer’sThursday, August 93:30 p.m. Court pickup7:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $5.00 (dinner on your own) This impressive eatery has great ambiance andattentive service. The menu features a mix ofIrish and American favorites including salads,hamburgers, Irish egg rolls, and of course, thetraditional corned beef and cabbage.

Piano Concert with Gail SmithFriday, August 10 — 3:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLGail Smith is absolutely “The First Lady ofPiano.” This talented enter-tainer will present a varietyof popular and classic pianomusic, as well as songsinspired by American citiesand states such as “Carolinain the Morning”, “Tennessee Waltz”, and “ILeft My Heart in San Francisco.” You won’twant to miss this enthusiastic performer!

Saturday DVD:The Pursuit of HappynessSaturday, August 112:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDL Will Smith (in an Oscar-nominated role)and his real-life son, Jaden, star in this taleabout a struggling single parent determinedto build a better life for himself and his

child. Chris Gardneris smart and talented,but his dead-endsalesman job barelypays the bills. Whenhe and his 5-year-oldson are evicted fromtheir apartment, theyface trying times, as

Chris takes on an unpaid internship at astock brokerage firm with hopes of some daygetting rich.

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Thankful HeartsSunday, August 1210:15 a.m. & 6:15 p.m.Village Church/ISListen to a trio of lovely ladies voices dur-ing Sunday service. The trio is DottyMorrison, Jeanell Walker and Debbie

Sullins. All three aremembers of the FirstBaptist Church ofPlano; the groupformed in 2005.

Marie Selby Botanical GardensMonday, August 138:30 a.m. Court Pickup3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: 20.00 (lunch on your own)Marie Selby donated her SarasotaBay home and grounds “to provide enjoy-ment for all who visit the Gardens.” Takethis opportunity to explore the oasis oftropical beauty, left so kindly by Mrs. Selby.The Gardens showcase over 20,000 plantsfrom 214 plant families, including 6,000live orchids in outdoor and display housegardens. Come along for an enjoyable daytrip to this very special place. Please bringa snack. We will stop for lunch at CrackerBarrel on the return trip.

Beach DayTuesday, August 148:30 a.m. Court pickup3:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $13.00Spend the day at one of our favorite sandyspots for shelling, swimming, and relaxing– Delnor-Wiggins Pass in Naples.Remember to take along your beach gear.As always, a picnic lunch will be provided.

Dog Days of Summer Party Wednesday, August 159:00 a.m.Bocce Ball Court/WDLOne of last summer’s most popular parties isback! Join your friends and neighbors onThe Woodlands lawn for a fun morningthat’s gone to the dogs. Compete in adoggy parade and participate in the judgingof the best doggy costume, most talentedpup, and which dog most resembles theirowner. Refreshments for man and beastwill be served. Dogs, their owners, andpeople who just want to join in the fun arewelcome to attend.

Women’s Ministries Global OutreachWednesday, August 1510:15 a.m. Village Church/IS

Sara King of the Village Church will shareher amazing story of 20 years of living inHong Kong, China, and doing missionswork for the C&MA. She just recentlyreturned from Hong Kong fresh with storiesto tell. This is sure to be a fascinating talk.

Berry Dessert NightThursday, August 16Crystal Dining RoomNot only are they deli-cious, but these sweettreats are actually goodfor you! Berries that is!Join us in the CrystalRoom for some berry special desserts.

The Not-So-Newlywed GameThursday, August 166:45 p.m.Resident Activity Center/ISHow well do you know your spouse’s prefer-ences and idiosyncrasies? Let’s enjoy find-ing out, in this fun-packed Shell Point ver-sion of the popular 1970s game show. Theshow’s host will ask the questions and youprovide the answers. Join in to participateor go just for the laughs! Light refresh-ments will be provided.

Saturday Excursion: Bell TowerSaturday, August 181:00 p.m. Court pickup5:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $5.00Enjoy the afternoon at one of the bestshopping destinations in town, Bell TowerMall. Participants will have plenty of timeto catch a movie, browse the shops, or havea late lunch at one of the many eateries.The choice is up to you!

Lunch at Cantina LaredoMonday, August 2010:30 a.m. Court pickup1:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $5.00 (lunch on your own)Celebrate the taste of the Southwest at thisunique Bell Tower eating establishment.Enjoy fajitas, sopa de tortilla, and top-shelfguacamole, made to your liking at table-side. Typical lunch entreés range from$7.00 to $9.00.

Adventures in Africawith Mark QuinnTuesday, August 21 — 4:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDLWelcome back Mark Quinn, son of a

renowned zoologist, as he shares stories andpictures of his many adventures on safari inAfrica. To both educate and entertain hisaudience, Mark combines natural humor,knowledge of animal behavior, and hismore than thirty years of experience withthe animal kingdom. Mark’s goal is to fos-ter awareness of and compassion for ournatural world through education andunique wilderness encounters.

All-American Steak Out NightWednesday, August 22Dining: 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.Entertainment: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.Palm Grill/WDL

It’s all about steakson this specialevening at thePalm Grill. Themenu will feature aspecial selection of

steaks for beef lovers as well as seafoodchoices such as swordfish and tuna steaks.Diners will also enjoy some great musicfrom performer Dennis Reilly, who will beplaying guitar and singing light countryfavorites. This evening will be a treat foryour palate, as well as your ears! No reser-vations needed.

Beach BowlThursday, August 2312:15 p.m. Court pickup4:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $12.00 (includes shoe rental &two games)A game or two at the cool Beach Bowl is anoption for those of you who want to haveyour fun out of the sun! Experienced andnovice bowlers alike are invited for thisafternoon at the lanes. Grab your friendsand join us; no sunscreen required.

Movie Night: The Teahouse of the August MoonMonday, August 27 — 7:15 p.m.Social Center /ISAmerican Col. Purdy (PaulFord) is determined to infusepostwar Okinawans withWestern culture, and assigns thehapless Capt. Fisby (GlennFord) to make it so. Instead,pushover Fisby is convinced by the nativesto help them build a geisha teahouse andenlists the help of interpreter Sakima(Marlon Brando) for the project. Makesure to enjoy the Asian-themed diningexperience in the Crystal Room before youspend a few hours at the Teahouse.

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HAPPENINGSPLACES TO GO, PEOPLE TO MEET, & THINGS TO DO

Sunday9:00 Christian Life Studies (WDL)9:15 Christian Life Studies (VC)10:15 Morning Worship

Broadcast live on CH121:15 Mixed Golf League6:15 Evening Service

Monday9:15 Billiards9:15 Pottery1:00 Mah-jongg1:15 Advanced Table Tennis1:15 Intro to Resident Life (Aug. 27) 1:15 Scrabble1:15 Shuffleboard1:15 Tone Chimes 2:00 Beading Club 3:00 Bible Study (Arbor)7:00 Pinochle7:00 Duplicate Bridge

Tuesday8:36 Women’s Golf League9:15 Painting Class9:15 Stamp Project12:45 Intro to Duplicate Bridge1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:45 The Rollicking Recorderists3:45 Library Book Talk (August 28)6:45 Hymn Sing (August 7)

Wednesday9:00-12:00 Geraci Travel9:15 Watercolor Group9:45 Ladies Bible Study1:00 Chess1:15 Beginner/Intermediate Table Tennis2:15 Huggie Hearts2:30 Jazz ‘n Stuff (August 8, 15, 22, 29)5:45 Village Church Choir Rehearsal7:15 Bible Study & Prayer

Thursday8:00 Men’s Golf League 9:30 Current Events Group2:15 Handwork (August 9, 23)7:00 Trailblazers Bible Study

Friday8:00 Intrepid Breakfast Bikers (Aug. 10, 24)9:15 Stamp Project10:00 Genealogy (Aug. 10) 1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:15 Quilters1:15 Table Tennis1:30 Vespers (Arbor)2:45 Vespers (KC)6:45 Game Night

Saturday8:00 Adopt-a-Road (Aug. 18)9:00 Coffee Social9:45 Bridge Supervised Play 1:00 Chess7:00 Duplicate Bridge

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Sign-up required for this activity. Call Island (454-2282) or Woodlands (454-2054 or 454-2057)

Walking up and down stairs

The following activities are planned by a variety of groups. All Shell Point residents are welcome to attend. Check your current Weekly Reminder or watch SPTV for locations and/or changes.

Lunch Outing: Plaka IITuesday, August 2811:00 a.m. Court pickup2:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $4.00 (lunch on your own)Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine at thisrestaurant on McGregor. Gyros, moussaka,baklava, and all of your Greek favorites areon the menu. It will have you declaring,“It’s all Greek to me”!

Book TalkTuesday, August 28 — 3:45 p.m.Social Center/ISRev. David Sageser of the Arbor will dis-cuss Blood Done Sign My Name by TimothyTyson, a true per-sonal meditationon the costs ofAmerica’s histori-cal racial divide.All are welcomeand refreshmentswill be served.

Darts TournamentThursday, August 3010:15 a.m.Tarpon Room/ISDarts in America is a fun game that can betraced back to the Pilgrims, who werereputed to have played on the Mayflower asit made its ocean crossing. Now all ShellPoint residents are invited to enter a dartstournament for a chance to win prizes andbragging rights! Competitors will play astandard darts game, with individual win-ners advancing to the next round. Sign-ups for this event close on August 24, socall today!

Fishing on the Great GetawayFriday, August 317:45 a.m. Court pickup4:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $50.00 includes rod, reel, bait,tackle, license (food on your own)

Beginning and experienced anglers willenjoy a great time on the water catchinggrouper, snapper, mackerel, and cobia. This90-foot fishing boat will keep you comfort-able, with an enclosed air-conditionedlounge, a full galley serving breakfast,lunch, and beverages, and restrooms. Quitwishin’ and go fishin’!

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Making the top of the list is a man-made structure, so immense it canbe viewed from outer space — the over 4,000miles long Great Wall of China.

The Great Wall, ChinaWinding its way from the east to the

west of China, over mountains and plateaus,snaking its way down through valleys andlow lands, the great wall stretches for a dis-tance of about 4,163 miles. It was originallybuilt for defensive purposes, and its construc-tion continued through several generationsof Chinese dynasties. Finally, after Chinawas unified, Emperor Qin Shihuang had thesegmented wall joined together as one longfortification in order to fend off the invadingNorthern Huns. The most enduring wallpresently hails from the Ming dynasty, stand-ing at an average height of ten meters andwidth of five.

Petra, JordanThis city carved out of rocks dates back

to the B.C. era and is the capital of theNabataean empire of King Aretas IV (9 B.C.

to 40 A.D.). Whenit was excavated byarcheologists whouncovered the mas-sive architectureand ingenious mazeof dams and waterchannels surround-ing the great tem-ple, archaeologistswere delighted to

find a great historical treasure chest. TheNabataeans were an industrious Arab peoplewho settled in southern Jordan over 2000years ago.

Statue of Christ Redeemer, BrazilAtop Corcovadao, one of Rio de Janeiro’s

great mountains, this statue depicts JesusChrist standing with arms stretched wide in awelcoming gesture. The statue is 38 meters inheight, though it stands much higher thanthat atop themountain thatjuts up into thesky; in fact,you can see thestatue for milesaround. Thestatue’s construction, which took 5 years tocomplete, was finished in 1931. The monu-ment was inaugurated on October 12, 1931,by the then President of Brazil, GetúlioVargas. At the base of the statue stands asmall chapel that can hold about 150 people.

Machu Picchu, PeruFound deep in the heart of the Amazon

jungle above the Urubamba River, this exca-vated settlement was uncovered by Yale pro-fessor Hiram Bingham in 1911. The com-munity was built in the 15th century byIncan Emperor Pachacútec. Machu Picchumeaning “manly peak,” is believed to havebeen a royal estate and religious retreat for1,200 people (mostly women, children andpriests). The architecture is unique in theway it is built into the side of the mountainitself and also because of the way the stoneblocks fit together perfectly without mortar,though none of the blocks are the same size.One block has as many as 30 corners. Thejoints are so tight that even the thinnestknife blade cannot fit between the cracks!

Chichén Itzá, MexicoThis is the most famous of known

Mayan temple cities, containing the pyramid

of Kukulkan, the Temple of Chac Mool, theHall of the Thousand Pillars, and thePlaying Field of the Prisoners where courtswere used to settle disputes or make offeringsto the gods. Manybelieve losers were put todeath. Each structurecan still be seen today,and the pyramid itself isthe last and, arguably,the most fantastic of allMayan temples. A largeMayan community prob-ably lived here between700 and 900 A.D.

The Roman Colosseum, ItalyNow famous as a backdrop behind many

modern movies about gladiators, theColosseum was built between 70 and 82A.D. by an unknown architect. This monu-mental structure’s purpose was to celebratethe glory of the Roman Empire. Begun byVespasian and inaugurated by Titus in 80A.D., and finally completed by Domitian,the Colosseum’s walls and tiers of seats weremeant to hold up to 50,000 spectators. Now,2,000 years later, virtually every modernsports stadium is built in the image of theoriginal Colosseum.

The Taj Mahal, IndiaThis decadent mausoleum was built by

order of the fifth Muslim Mogul emperor,Shah Jahan, in honor of his late wife, whomhe loved very much. It was constructedamong lush gardens in 1630 A.D. from purewhite marble. Later, he was imprisoned, andit was said that he could only see the TajMahal from the barred window in his jail cell.Construction lasted 22 years and employedtwenty thousand workers.

The New 7 Wonders of the WorldOn July 7, 2007, the New Seven World Wonders, which had been cho-

sen by a world-wide online vote, of which 100 million ballots were cast,were announced in a ceremony in Lisbon, Portugal.


Guest Sammye Vore enjoying sparklers outside by the Arbor fountain withresidents David and Rosemary Sageser (Arbor)

THE ARBOR

LARSEN PAVILIONMON ....6 ....Carol Driscoll, keyboards (2DR)..............10:00 a.m. MON ....6 ....Music Trio (3AR) ....................................10:30 a.m.TUES ....7 ....Ruth Rodgers, piano ( 3AR)......................9:30 a.m.WED ......8 ....Tommy Barr, guitar (3AR) ......................10:00 a.m.FRI ........10 ....Fiddlin’ Bill, fiddle (2DR) ........................10:00 a.m.TUES....14 ....Ruth Rodgers, piano (3AR) ......................9:30 a.m.THUR ..16 ....Sock Hop (MD)

Reservations required by August 13 ......4:15 p.m.MON ....20 ....Music Trio (3AR) ....................................10:30 a.m.TUES....21 ....Ruth Rodgers, piano (3AR) ......................9:30 a.m.THUR ..23 ....Tom Cannon, piano (2DR) ......................10:00 a.m.TUES....28 ....Ruth Rodgers, piano (3AR) ......................9:30 a.m.

Jean Peacock (Arbor) and Henry Peacock (Pavilion) wave the red, white andblue.

WED ....1 ....Fiddlin’ Bill, entertainer (A) ......................1:00 p.m.

SAT ......4 ....Leslie Gregory, harpist (A) ........................1:00 p.m.

MON ....6 ....Movie: Miss Potter (MP)..............................1:00 p.m.

MON ....6 ....Golden Road Quartet (A) ..........................7:00 p.m.

WED ....8 ....Tom Cannon, entertainer (A) ....................1:00 p.m.

THUR ..9 ....Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) ........................2:00 p.m.

FRI ......10 ....Trip to Best of Everything & Lunch at EVOO w/Arbor (L) ..........................9:45 a.m.

MON ..13 ....Carol Driscoll, entertainer (A) ..................6:00 p.m.

TUES ..14 ....Laugh Along with Millie (MP) ..................2:00 p.m.

SAT......18 ....Tommy Barr, guitarist (A) ..........................2:00 p.m.

MON ..20 ....Movie: An American in Paris (MP)..............1:00 p.m.

MON ..27 ....Lunch Trip to Olive Garden w/Arbor (L)..........................................10:15 a.m.

MON ..27 ....Vicki Lei, singer (A) ..................................1:00 p.m.

KING’S CROWN

TUE ......7 ....Craft Corner: Potpourri II (4CR) ..........2:00 p.m.

TUE ......7 ....Golden Road Band (CMR) ......................6:30 p.m.

FRI........10 ....Shopping & Lunch Trip to: Best of Everything &EVOO w/King’s Crown (1FL) ..........10:00 a.m.

TUE......14 ....Tommy Barr (CMR) ................................2:00 p.m.

WED ....15 ....Vicki Lei, keyboards (1FL/1DR) ..............4:00 p.m.

THUR ..16 ....Tune Toppers (CMR)................................2:00 p.m.

MON....20 ....Vivian Aiello, violin (1DR) ......................4:30 p.m.

TUES ..21 ....Mid-Day Movie:Animals Are Beautiful People (1SR)......2:00 p.m.

THUR ..23 ....Laugh Along w/ Millie (CMR) ................2:30 p.m.

MON....27 ....Lunch Trip to Olive Gardenw/King’s Crown (1FL) ........................11:15 a.m.

WED ....29 ....Guide Dog Demonstration (CMR)..........2:30 p.m.

AugustEvents


War of the WeedsS T O R Y A N D P H O T O S B Y S T E V E M o R T O N , L A N D S C A P E M A N A G E R

As in the Orson Wellesclassic radio broadcastThe War of the Worlds, ourenemy is insidious. Theycreep and they crawl; they

infiltrate and overwhelm; they areopportunists that will exploit everychance they get. Using devious naturalstrategies, they will try to consume usand destroy our beautiful community.Ladies and gentlemen, fierce battles aregoing on every day in the trenches, andalthough you may not notice, we areengaged in a mighty conflict known asthe “War of the Weeds.”

Doug Sharer begins his day early at7:00 a.m. in preparation for a skirmish.Despite the extreme heat, he stoicallydons his protective gear and assembleshis weapons: hats, goggles, gloves, andlong sleeve shirt… Check. Spray gun,chemical ammo, assault cart… Check.

Doug’s enemy has dug in and gained afoothold in the berm along the perimeter ofthe Shell Point Golf Course. Using the nat-ural defenses of a very sharp and thornyBougainvillea bush, the menacing weed hasbegun an evil assault on the shrub. Leftalone, this invader would quickly cover theBougainvillea, smothering it from the light

and stealing the nutrients it needs to growand flourish. Like an infantry man, Dougcrawls on his belly beneath the unsuspect-ing Bougainvillea to find the marauder, andwith a single deadly accurate shot of theherbicide RoundUp™, the enemy is dis-patched. This battle was won but not with-out sacrifice. After the heat of the clash,Doug notices that his arm has beenscratched by the Bougainvillea he was pro-tecting, as blood trickles down his wrist.

Albert Rodriguez is on dawn patrol atthe front line of the war. Albert is seekingtargets of opportunity: weeds that makeincursions into sidewalk cracks, weeds inflower beds, and weeds in mulch beds.

Albert efficiently hikes a gridpattern and eliminates withamazing rapidity the enemywhere they live. The dayspass in succession as Albertmethodically clears a sector,then moves on to the next,and finally back to where hestarted. Vigilance, discerningeyes, and situational aware-ness equate to success in a pro-

tracted war of attrition.With the help of outside coalition

forces, Doug and Albert also battle weedsin turf. But the turf front requires special-ized weapons that kill the weeds and notthe grass. These weapons require training,and like all good soldiers, they rely upontheir experience and training to be suc-cessful. These two elite warriors haveyears of experience at area golf courses andare licensed by the State of Florida to per-form herbicide and pesticide applications.

With the potent combination ofexperience and training, Doug and Albertare holding the line against the weedsthrough their quiet persistence and steelydetermination.

Doug Sharer and Albert Rodriguez,Integrated Pest ManagementSpecialists, get ready to wage war.

How would you like to speak Spanish?The Spanish Club at Shell Point willoffer two classes on Thursday afternoonsthis fall, one for beginners and one forthose who have studied Spanish before.Elizabeth Nolan, the instructor for thesecourses, is a native speaker of Spanish andholds excellent teaching credentials. Shewill be back, by popular demand, for herthird year of teaching at Shell Point.

The class will use the text Spanish IsFun, Book I. Classes will be held for tenweeks each for one hour per week fromSeptember 13 until November 15, finishing

the week before Thanksgiving. The fee percourse, per person, is a modest $60, antici-pating an enrollment of 10 per class.

The benefits of studying Spanish aremany. At home you will be able to watchSpanish TV on Channel 8 and foreignfilms with more understanding. Studentswill also get to know other Shell Pointerswho are interested in learning or speakingSpanish.

Travelers abroad will tour more knowl-edgeably in the Spanish speaking world.More importantly, students will sharpentheir wits by learning new skills, and flex-

ing the brain with a new or reactivated lan-guage. Enjoy visits to local Mexican andCuban restaurants and understand more ofthe Spanish spoken by immigrant speakersin Fort Myers. With other Shell Point resi-dents, the classroom experience willexpand your understanding of a new lan-guage in a conversational setting right hereat Shell Point. Come and join us.

To sign up or if you have questions,phone or email Pat Daley (Parkwood)454-0440, email: [email protected] orConnie Curtin (Lakewood), email:[email protected].

Se Habla Espanol?Spanish Classes Return to Shell Point


Summer CourtLuncheons

The month of August will be aconclusion to the 2007 Court Lunches.

Residents may choose to order fromthe regular lunch menu or enjoy the fea-tured special: Asian citrus chicken breastsalad, tropical sorbet, and beverage, allfor just $8.20 inclusive.

All Court Luncheons begin at 11:30a.m. Transportation from The Island hasbeen arranged. Court pickup will takeplace at 11:15 a.m. on the day of yourcourt’s luncheon. To reserve your placeat this special event, call 454-2054

August LuncheonsPlease note the dates printed beloware correct, (there was a misprint on

the Parkwood invitations.)

Tuesday, August, 7 Oakmont Thursday, August, 9 Periwinkle

Saturday, August, 11 Sand Dollar Tuesday, August, 14 Parkwood Thursday, August, 16 Tellidora

Saturday, August, 18 Royal Bonnet

The Promenade Café will beclosed September 3 though

September 17.

Steak Out at the Palm GrillWednesday, August 22, 4 - 8

It’s all about steaks on this special evening at the Palm Grill.The menu will feature a special selection of steaks for beeflovers, as well as seafood choices, such as swordfish and tunasteaks. From 5:30 - 7:30 diners will also enjoy some great musicfrom performer Dennis Reilly, who will be playing guitar andsinging light country favorites. This evening will be a treat foryour palate, as well as your ears! Doors open at 4 p.m.

Wild Berry Dessert Night Thursday, August 16

The Crystal Room will be closedeach Saturday through

September 29. Please enjoythe Palm Grill or Island Café

in the interim.

If the day has been longAnd you’re feeling blue,

Have I got a deal That’s just right for you!

The 8-minute ride is just about rightTo send those blues off into flight.

The menu varies – but always is great.If you pick carefully, you’ll be glad that you ate!

The desserts are from Heaven – man, what a sight.Selection is varied – Bananas Foster last night!

Do yourself a big favor and treat your cook right –Take him or her with you on the 5:30 tonight!

Ode to the 5:30 Woodlands Bus

to the Crystal RoomB Y G U Y M C M I L L A N , O A K M O N T

Not only are they delicious, but these sweet treats are actuallygood for you! Berries that is! Join us in the Crystal Room for someberry special desserts

Evening in ParisWednesday, August 8

Come dine in the shadow of the glowing Eiffel Tower as Café deCrystal celebrates French Night. The restaurant will be featuring someof the best French cuisine, inspired by the culinary creativity of famousFrench chefs. The menu will feature such savory sensations as lambshanks with garlic, baked scallops in Gruyere cream sauce, and a tan-talizing crepe station. All are invited to this truly special occasion.

August Dining Events


Summer is here and with the hot andhumid weather, so comes the heavyuse of Shell Point’s air-conditioning systems.As the unit cools the air and removes humid-ity in your home, it forms a lot of condensatewater that is created by the coil. This watergathers in the unit’s pan and travels down thedrain into the plumbing system.

Shell Point presently utilizes the engineer-ing services staff to spray down the coils ineach unit every six months. This spray notonly helps to maintain a level of cleanlinessbut also keeps the pan and drain line clear andflowing well. The product used to accomplishthis task is a 180-day biocide that kills and dis-rupts the formation of sludge that can form inthose areas. It was designed and registered withthe EPA to eradicate that particular problemand is a very safe and useful tool. The use ofany other product is discouraged, so pleaserefrain from pouring anything else down thea/c drain lines. Because of heavy usage this

summer a drain line may clog now and then,but residents should report the problem to theOne Call Does It All Hotline, 454-2190.

Shell Point is also responsible for yourunit’s air conditioning duct work. Newspaperor TV advertisements about duct cleaningand mold are designed to alarm you and gar-ner your money. If you have any concernsregarding your home’s ductwork, EngineeringServices should always be your first call.Simply allow our staff to visit you to reviewthe situation. You can trust that the ShellPoint staff has your best interests at heart.

The majority of residences in the com-munity have great filtration that is constant-ly improved upon as technology dictates. Inthe past six years the majority of problemsfound were in the grills and the units, ratherthan the ducting. Following a few simpleguidelines, such as proper filter replacement,(provided by the Shell Point maintenancestaff) keeping doors and windows closed

while operating the a/c unit, and keeping thefan on Auto, your system should provide youwith years of good service.

As Shell Point continues to grow, theEngineering Services staff is challenged togrow with it to provide our residents with thebest air quality possible, utilizing propermaintenance and service. As always, if youhave questions or are in need of service,please call Property Management at 454-2190 first. The One Call Does It All Hotlineis here to serve you.

One Call STILL Does It All!B Y D A N P A R K E R , M A N A G E R O F E N G I N E E R I N G S E R V I C E S

You still have time to make anappointment for a free, 30-minuteconsultation with Fort Myers’ leadinglegal, tax, and financial experts duringMoney Week, August 6-10 and 13. Callthe Legacy Foundation at 466-8484 tomake you appointment, or stop by theLegacy Foundation’s office on the Island.

Each day of Money Week featuresexperts in a different field for personal andconfidential consultations.

August 6 — Will & Trust Review

Has it been a while since you had yourestate plan reviewed by an attorney? Areyou a new Florida resident? Do you have aquestion about durable powers of attorneyor health care directives? Review your doc-uments on this day.

August 7 — Tax Review

Do you need a check up on yourincome tax planning or want to learn tipson saving more money next year? Talkwith a CPA on this day.

August 8 — Investment Review

Does the stock market have you wor-

ried? Maybe it’s time to have your portfo-lio reviewed. Investment advisors will behere to help you.

August 9 — Life Insurance, Annuity, & Retirement Plan Review

Do you have a question about lifeinsurance, your annuity policy, interestrates, etc.? Has it been a while since youreviewed the investments in your retire-ment plan? Learn from a retirement planand insurance specialist.

August 10 — Will & Trust Review

This is a very popular subject amongShell Point residents; therefore, we haveadded another day for you to get theanswers you need.

August 13 — Advanced Planning

There are always questions regardingfuneral arrangements, burial, cremation,veteran services, payment options, andmore. These professionals will be able toanswer all of your questions.

The opinions expressed by individuals participating in this programmay not necessarily be shared or endorsed by The Legacy Foundation atShell Point. Please consult with your professional advisors before mak-ing any legal or financial decisions.

MoneyWeekAugust 6-10 and 13

A Shell Point maintenance staff memberreplaces the air filter in a typical air handler.

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The Salons at Shell Point are offeringsome extra special savings August andSeptember for our residents who brave thesummer heat and keep The Salon hopping!We really appreciate your business.

Quality hair, nail and skin care prod-ucts really do make a difference when tak-ing care of your self. In an effort to makethese great products more affordable for ourcustomers, we have discounted our hair andnail care products 10% and our skin careproducts an extraordinary 25%! Nocoupon is necessary for retail purchases.

Last month Gail Johnson, massagetherapist and skin care specialist withThe Salon at Shell Point, entertained andeducated attendees at the Summer SeminarSeries hosted by Women’s Ministries. Gailspoke on the importance of nutrition, thepower of touch in massagetherapy and the many bene-fits of skin care. Darlene(Cookie) Biltz maintained asteady waiting line for com-plimentary chair massagewhile Gail continued towow us with her knowledgeand 43 years of experience.

Benefits of MassageMassage is not only mag-

ical for sore and achy mus-cles and joints; it is extreme-ly beneficial to a person’smental and emotional wellbeing. Massage helps mus-cles to relax so they can heal, it aids in therelease of toxins that accumulate in themuscles, helps to reduce blood pressure,improves posture, is effective in treatingheadaches, reduces anxiety, and increasesthe flow of oxygen in the body whichimproves ones mental awareness.

Common Types of MassageThe three most common types of mas-

sage are deep tissue massage, Swedish mas-sage and reflexology. Your massage therapistwill help you choose which kind of massageis right for you.

A deep tissue massage is effective intreating chronic patterns of tension anddispersing scar tissue. When muscles arein pain they become tense and can blockthe flow of oxygen, nutrients and disburse-ment of toxins.

Swedish massage is ideal for relaxationand to “de-stress.”Swedish massage involves

gentle stroking and kneading movements. Reflexology is the application of pres-

sure to specific points on the feet andhands — this is good for every one!Reflexology points are connected to otherparts of the body. You find relief by apply-

ing pressure at precisely theright spot on a hand or foot.

Many times, a massagetherapist will combinethese different types ofmassage to achieve themost beneficial outcome.

SkincareGail concluded the sem-

inar with the advantages ofproper skin care and facials.Exfoliating the skin keepsthe skin looking fresh byremoving the dry, dead sur-face skin cells. Moisturizingand massaging the face

keeps the skin looking hydrated andincreases the flow of blood and oxygen,giving a healthy glow. A skin care special-ist knows just what to do to keep you look-ing your best. Facials are recommendedonce a month.

Now we have taken care of the skinon our faces, let’s not forget our bodies!Body wraps and body polishes are wonder-ful treatments for the skin. A body wraphelps to detoxify the skin with the use ofessential oils and dry herbs in water. Theherbal oil is applied to the body and isthen wrapped in blankets to create heat tohelp the skin glow and increase circula-tion. A body polish is done to exfoliatethe skin and remove the dry, dead skincells. After a shower, the skin is massagedwith a deep moisturizer to hydrate. As ageneral rule, body treatments should bedone four times a year.

Educational Seminar is All AboutPampering B Y R O B Y N C H U R C H , S A L O N M A N A G E R

Super Summer Savings

10% OFFMASSAGE THERAPY &

REFLEXOLOGY with Darlene BiltzSalon employees may accept gratuities Expires 8-30-07

“I enjoy visiting the Island Salon.Jim does a great job with myhair. He is very meticulous andtakes great pride in his work. TheSalon staff is friendly, courteousand a pleasure to talk with.”

— Ruth Deuber (Periwinkle)


10% OFFany Body Wrap & Polish

Salon employees may accept gratuities Expires 8-30-07

Take advantage of this month’s Salon specials!


10% OFFany Facial Service

Salon employees may accept gratuities Expires 8-30-07

Darlene Biltz (Cookie) demonstrates chair

massage to the attendees of the Women’s Ministries

Summer Seminar

Super Summer Savings atThe Salons


THE WHITE IBIS B Y B I L L S A U N D E R S , T U R B A N

This is the eighth in a series of articles profiling the birds selected for eachbuilding name at Eagles Preserve.

If you have ever ventured down theGulfshore coastline during low tide,you may have encountered an amazingbeach blanket of living sand dollars. If youhaven’t seen this wonder of nature, may Isuggest taking a short trip to Fort MyersBeach about an hour before low tide tocheck out these fascinating sea dwellers.Sand dollars are usually found lying in abed, buried under a layer of sand but may bewashed up on shore where they can beexamined at low tide.

Sand dollars are echinoderms (whichmeans spiny skin) and are related to sea

urchins and sea stars. Sand dollars have 5-part radial symmetry in a hard skin, madeof calcium carbonate plates.

If a sand dollar is found alive, it willappear to have a dark layer of very fine hairon its body. The bottom surface containsthe mouth, many black spines (which trapfood), and the cilia (small hairs) that helpdirect food into the mouth. The sand dol-lar’s mouth has a jaw with five teeth likesections to grind up tiny plants and ani-mals. Sometimes a sand dollar “chews” itsfood for fifteen minutes before swallowing.Sand dollars have tiny tube feet that areused as gills.

Lucky shellers are probably more famil-iar with the dead skeleton of a sand dollar,called a test, washed up on sandy beaches.The test is often bleached white by the sunand if you break it open, you will find manyhard, loose, pieces inside; these were theteeth of the sand dollar.

Not only have sand dollars achieved a

distinction to collectors along Florida’scoastline, but they were also a vital neces-sity for early settlers. The Calusa civiliza-tion used these shells as tools, weapons, andadornments. Even today Sand dollars areused as jewelry, home décor, holiday crafts,or just admired as a great wonderment ofGod’s creation. While enjoying this won-derful creature in its native environment,please remember that it is illegal to removelive sand dollars and other living shellsfrom the beach.

Three dollars, four dollars, five dollars…

Sand Dollars! B Y K R I S T I N W I N B E R R Y

The Ibis is an ancient bird whose fossilrecords have been recorded goingback some 60 million years. Around 5,000years ago, ancient Egyptians venerated theIbis and made it an integral part of theirreligion. Carvings of the sacred ibis arefound in many Egyptian monuments andtombs, and they were also mummified andburied in temples with the pharaohs,although they are no longer found there.

There are three species of Ibis found inthe United States today, the most commonbeing the White Ibis. This bird resides alongthe Gulf coast but is also slowly expanding

north. As a partial migrant(some migrate and somedon’t), numerous ibis canbe seen year-round in ourneighborhood. The bird can also be foundthroughout the Caribbean and into north-ern South America. The Ibis is a relative ofthe flamingo and spoonbill and can be seenflying in a large V shape, showing off thedark underside wing tips.

Most distinctive because of its long,thin, down-turned pink bill, this medium-sized white aquatic wader with long legs anda long neck uses the bill to probe as much as

three to eight inchesbelow the surface ofshallow water, mud, orgrass for prey. The Ibis’

spring breeding plumage is spectacular – thelegs and bill turn bright scarlet while seekinga mate. A very gregarious bird, you’ll seesmall flocks of Ibis feeding together in fields,swamps, and even in front yards. In the lat-ter case they may be looking for one of theirfavorite foods – mole crickets. Since thesecritters can be highly destructive to lawns,it’s good to hope the Ibis finds their dinnerbefore the damage has been done!


Thankful Hearts trio has been singingtogether since the fall of 2005, all threewomen are members of the adult choir atFirst Baptist Church of Plano, TX. Eachhad faced some type of crisis during the pre-vious year, including loss of job or loss of aspouse, so they chose their name to reflectthe many blessings God had given them asHe brought them through those difficultcircumstances.

Dotty Morrison, daughter of Coquinaresidents, Harold and Ruth Greenlee, hasbeen singing in church and school choirssince the age of five. At Greenville Collegeshe sang in the a cappella choir and smallensemble. She has sung in choirs andensembles in three Baptist churches in theDallas area and on mission trips to Englandand Latvia.

Jeanell Walker, raised in a Texas minis-ter’s home, sang her first solo at age two!

During high school she sang in a ladies’quartet and church choir and served aschurch pianist. While attending Bible col-lege, she sang in a ladies’ trio. After collegeshe worked side-by-side with her husband, aminister of music for the Assemblies of GodChurch. She has held various positions,including church accompanist, director of

children’s and youth choirs, and full-timechildren’s minister.

Debbie Sullins was born in Midland,Texas, then moved to Caspter, Wyoming,when she was fourteen. She started singingduets with her sister in the small choir thereand has been in choirs continuously sincethat time. She sang in the a cappella choirwhile a student at Baylor. Since graduatingfrom college, she has directed a preschoolchoir and has sung in five church choirs andseveral ensembles.

The music of Thankful Hearts blendsold-style trio harmony with traditional andcontemporary arrangements to lead wor-shippers in praise and thanks to God. Besure to attend the 10:15 a.m. and 6:15 p.m.Worship Services at The Village Churchon Sunday, August 12. You will be blessedand encouraged by the music ministry ofThankful Hearts.

During the Worship Services on Sunday, August 12, special musicwill be presented by a ladies trio, called Thankful HeartsB Y R A N D Y W O O D S , M I N I S T E R O F M U S I C A N D W O R S H I P A T T H E V I L L A G E C H U R C H

Women’s Ministries: Welcomes a Familiar Face to Discuss Global Outreach in China

Shell Point residents who come to theWomen’s Ministries August GlobalOutreach program may be surprised to begreeted by a familiar face, Sara King.Some will know her as the daughter-in-law of former residents,Dr. Louis and Esther King.Others will identify her asthe mother-in-law to Ronand Judy Munson’s(Junonia residents) sonBill. Still others haveinteracted with Sara inher role as the FinancialAdministrator at TheVillage Church. Manyhave enjoyed her musicaltalents in programs at TheVillage Church.

Behind Sara’s familiarface is an amazing storythat she will be sharing on Wednesday,August 15 at 10:15 a.m. in The VillageChurch Hospitality Room.

Ask Sara King and her husband Davidwhat some of their interests are and they willrespond, “All things Chinese!” They loveChinese food, Chinese culture, Chinesedécor but most of all Chinese people. Theirlove for Chinese people dates back almost 40

years. It began in Hong Kong where theylived and worked for 20 years. As missionar-ies with The Christian and MissionaryAlliance, Sara and David were instrumentalin starting five Chinese churches and

encouraging ministries inexisting churches. In addi-tion they both taught at theAlliance Seminary in HongKong. While husband Davidtaught Bible, English andPE, it was Sara who taughtMusic. Following their workin Hong Kong, Sara andDavid moved to Malaysia,where they worked at theDalat School for missionarychildren.

Two King daughters,Stacy and Lisa, were raisedduring this exciting period

in Sara’s life. Stacy and her husband livehere in Fort Myers. Lisa and her husbandhave returned to Penang, Malaysia to teachat the Dalat International School. In 1993Sara and David came to Ft. Myers andbegan the first Chinese church inSouthwest Florida. That church has nowgrown into two churches, one meeting inFort Myers and one in Naples. Many of the

members of these congregations are recentimmigrants from China.

Both David and Sara speak fluentCantonese (the dominant dialect in HongKong and South China). Their languageskills were invaluable in a November 2006trip that a number of Shell Point residentsmade to China with the Kings. Just thispast month, Sara and David made a trip toHong Kong. Sara will be well equipped toshare with us about the awesome changesgoing on in China and the effect China hason the world. Interesting stories of Chineseimmigrants living in Florida will also be apart of this interesting presentation.

Jeanell Walker, Dotty Morrison, andDebbie Sullins comprise the trio known as“Thankful Hearts”. You can hear them dur-

ing both church services on August 12.

David and Sara King. TheKing’s lived and worked inHong Kong for 20 years asmissionaries for the C&MA.Hear Sara give a talk about

China on August 15 at 10:15a.m. in the Village Church

Hospitality Room.

A Chinese church that David and Saraworked with in Hong Kong.

Shell Point residents and guests gath-ered on July 4th with friends andneighbors to celebrate our nation’s 231stbirthday. This year’s event in the church audi-torium began with an ice cream social servedby the Crystal Room’s Debbie Dalrymple andher competent staff.

After enjoying the delicious and coolingsundaes, Resort Services Manager, MaryFranklin, led the group in the Pledge ofAllegiance and introduced the afternoon’s

performers — the Fort Myers Mastersingers.Under the leadership of Jeff Fox, the singersencouraged the audience to join in thesinging of our national anthem. Their con-cert delighted the crowd with an array ofpatriotic numbers such as Freedom Land andGod Bless America, as well as songs writtenby other great American artists.

One of the highlights of the programwas their compilation of the songs of allUnited States service branches. Veterans

who served in each branch stood and proud-ly sang along, as others in the audienceclapped and cheered. The Mastersingersclosed the show with a moving rendition ofthe quintessential American chorus, BattleHymn of the Republic.

Everyone left with smiles on their faces,a feeling of national pride and gratitudetowards those who have fought to keep ourcountry free. It was truly a wonderful way tocelebrate our nation’s independence.

Shell Point Celebrates Independence DayB Y T E D Y E A T T S , P R O G R A M C O O R D I N A T O R

A Relaxing Beach DayThis past month residents enjoyed a day at Vanderbilt

Beach in the beautiful Delnor-Wiggins State Park. Althoughthe waves sometimes were a bit too large for swimming, every-one enjoyed the sun, cool breezes, and great conversation.

A delicious picnic lunch, packed by the resort servicesstaff was which served in the shade just a few steps from thewaves, making it another perfect way to relax this summer.

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