Letters to the Editor
Editor:
Many of us shareholders belong to one or more activities here in our clean, safe Leisure World.
There are 200 or more clubs for us to participate in according to our interests and time. Our clubs have performers, speakers, dances, videos or special events we want to share.
I am asking the powers that be (GRF, Recreation or whoever is in charge) if we can post flyers for our activities in the glassedin bulletin boards in each clubhouse like we used to do.
Clubs spend money, time and talent on these flyers, yet very few people get to see them. Our clubs deserve to be able to advertise these endeavors that they have worked on.
When last I looked, the only notice in the Clubhouse 1 and 6 bulletin boards was about a Christmas event from a church outside LW. I haven’t seen our activities on the digital bulletin boards—they don’t seem to be working.
Many older folks can’t or don’t use the LW website.
Please allow us shareholders to post our informational, colorful flyers proudly to spread the news about our wonderful diverse activities.
Ellen Brannigan Mutual 14 Editor:
I just want to share my experiences with a food service plan called Fish-O-Licious that is currently being offered in our community. A glossy blue advertisement for it was inserted in the April 21 LW Weekly.
I have been living here for about two years and retired just after the pandemic lockdown began. I started ordering food and groceries to be delivered because I was in the high-risk group for COVID-19. I’m also not an enthusiastic cook but takeout food was getting tiresome, and I worried about nutrition. I felt envious of recipients of services like Meals On Wheels because the nutritious meals were planned, prepared and delivered, but I knew I was fortunate to have more options than that.
So I tried Fish-O-Licious, and so far, it has been an enjoyable experience. I started with three meals a week but switched to the five-meals-a-week plan after the first week. When I first called to sign up, Samil, the owner, not only greeted me warmly, but he also asked about dietary needs and preferences.
He also came by to introduce himself and Britne, my delivery person. He explained the delivery process and how to choose the plan I wanted. He has been as good as his word about addressing all my dietary concerns and preferences due to my diabetes and medications.
I like the food trucks at Clubhouse 6. I know I can go out or order in. I feel lucky to have all these choices.
In the end, I’m happy to have a homecooked type meal in the comfort of my own residence without dressing up. I hope some of you find this helpful. Bon appetit, everyone!
MiChong Gilbert Mutual 17 Editor:
I would like to give a heartfelt thank you to my friends who made my 81st birthday so special. The ladies at church sang “Happy Birthday” and gave me hugs. Holy Family’s Father Joe Nguyen gave me a special blessing, and my neighbors made sure I had some gluten-free cupcakes. I love you all, and don’t forget the lumpia.
Kathy Baker Mutual 1
Editor:
Anna Derby did a splendid job organizing the GAF Centenarian Celebration April 20. Usually when someone plans a party, there are people who say, “It was very nice, but. . . .” This time, there were no buts. I know it took a lot of work, planning and energy to accomplish a tribute like that for those of us who are 100 years old this year.
The planning was perfect, the flowers I received were the most beautiful I’ve ever had. The luncheon was perfect. The cards and tributes were really appreciated. The couple who delivered the goodies was charming. We enjoyed our time with them. Your graciousness and generosity were appreciated by all. Thank you again.
Bea Roth and family Mutual 10
