Posts for March 2019


Toys for Us

A new service is arising at Paradise Valley Estates, one that is resident-driven and timely.


Again a World Champion

In November 2018, Carrie Reese successfully defended her world championships, this time in the 132.8-pound category.


Hampton Beach, New Hampshire

Vacations on the ocean bring back wonderful memories and perhaps a lesson yet to learn.


A Close Encounter

"Several years ago, my wife Mary Ann and I booked a couple of nights at Skywatcher’s Inn, a B&B located in the desert four miles from Benson, Arizona."


New on the Ridge: Carmen and Larry Hellikson

Carmen and Larry felt the time had come to plan a move to Paradise Valley Estates’ newest neighborhood, The Ridge.


Musings While Looking Out My Window

With PVE’s services mowing and blowing, cleaning the house, and even making our bed with special arrangements, we have greatly lightened our workload.


Golf in the Good Old Days

The Bureau of Yards and Docks (BUDDOCKS) base in San Bruno was right across El Camino from the Tanforan Race Track, which had a driving range and a par-three golf course.


My Second Bike

"I don’t quite remember when I first learned to ride a bike, but it was in Cross City, Florida and I was probably about six years old."