Welcome To The Gibson Center For Senior Services North Conway, NH http://www.gibsoncenter.org Welcome To The Gibson Center For Senior Services North Conway, NH Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:33:41 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Prayer for the Heart http://www.gibsoncenter.org/social-room/prayer-for-the-heart http://www.gibsoncenter.org/social-room/prayer-for-the-heart#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:29:29 +0000 jill http://www.gibsoncenter.org/?p=702 Prayer for the Heart

by Ernie Menard

May we all have a strong heart beat

so we can be healthy together.

Let us pray for the wisdom

to care for our hearts

in a proper way,

by eating and drinking

what is good for us and by trying to

ease the strive in our lives.

Amen

]]> http://www.gibsoncenter.org/social-room/prayer-for-the-heart/feed 0 Crabby Old Man http://www.gibsoncenter.org/social-room/crabby-old-man http://www.gibsoncenter.org/social-room/crabby-old-man#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:27:25 +0000 jill http://www.gibsoncenter.org/?p=700 Submitted by a Gibson Center Member

Keith A. Wells Sr.’s Poem

  

   When an old man died in the geriatric ward of a nursing home in North Platte , Nebraska , it was believed that he had nothing left of any value 
Later, when the nurses were going through his meager possessions, they found this poem . Its quality and content so impressed the staff that copies were made and distributed to every nurse in the hospital 
  One nurse took her copy to Missouri. The old man’s sole bequest to posterity has since appeared in the Christmas edition of the News Magazine of the St. Louis Association for Mental Health. A slide presentation has also been made based on his simple, but eloquent, poem. 
  And this little old man, with nothing left to give to the world, is now the author of this ‘anonymous’ poem winging across the Internet.

Crabby Old Man
What do you see nurses? . . What do you see? 
What are you thinking . . . . . when you’re looking at me?
A crabby old man, . … .. not very wise,
Uncertain of habit .. . .. . . . . . with faraway eyes?

Who dribbles his food . . .. . . . . and makes no reply .
When you say in a loud voice .. . . . .. ‘I do wish you’d try!’ 
Who seems not to notice . … . the things that you do .
And forever is losing . . . . .. . . . . . A sock or shoe?

Who, resisting or not . . . . . . .. . . lets you do as you will,
With bathing and feeding The long day to fill? 
Is that what you’re thinking? Is that what you see?
Then open your eyes, nurse . . . . . you’re not looking at me .

I’ll tell you who I am . As I sit here so still,
As I do at your bidding, . . . . . . as I eat at your will. 
I’m a small child of Ten … . . . . . with a father and mother,
Brothers and sisters . . . … . . . . . who love one another.

A young boy of Sixteen . . with wings on his feet
Dreaming that soon now . . . .. .. . . a lover he’ll meet.. 
A groom soon at Twenty . my heart gives a leap.
Remembering, the vows . . . . .. . that I promised to keep.

At Twenty-Five, now . . . . . . . . I have young of my own.
Who need me to guide . . . . And a secure happy home. 
A man of Thirty . . . . .. . . . .. My young now grown fast,
Bound to each other . . . . . . . With ties that should last.

At Forty, my young sons .. . have grown and are gone,
But my woman’s beside me . . . . . . . to see I don’t mourn. 
At Fifty, once more, babies play ’round my knee,
Again, we know children . . . . . . . My loved one and me.

Dark days are upon me . . my wife is now dead.
I look at the future … . .. . . . . . . shudder with dread.. 
For my young are all rearing . . . . . .. young of their own.
And I think of the years . . .. and the love that I’ve known.

I’m now an old man . . . . . .. .. . . and nature is cruel.
Tis jest to make old age . . . . look like a fool. 
The body, it crumbles .. . . . . . . grace and vigor, depart..
There is now a stone . . . .. . . . where I once had a heart.

But inside this old carcass . . a young guy still dwells,
And now and again . . . .. . . . my battered heart swells. 
I remember the joys . . . . . . . . .. I remember the pain.
And I’m loving and living . . . . . .. . . . . life over again.

I think of the years, all too few . . . . . gone too fast.
And accept the stark fact . . . . . .. that nothing can last. 
So open your eyes, people . . . . . . . . open and see.
Not a crabby old man. Look closer . . . see ME!!

Remember this poem when you next meet an older person who you might brush aside without looking at the young soul within . . . . we will all, one day, be there, too! 

PLEASE SHARE THIS POEM
The best and most beautiful things of this world can’t be seen or touched. They must be felt by the heart.

By: Keith A. Wells Sr.

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Jill V. Reynolds

February 10, 2012

 

We had a wonderful time at our Auction.  Rick and the kitchen prepared delicious hors D’Oeuvres.  It was a nice evening with friends and good deals.  We are so very blessed to live in such a wonderful place as the Mount Washington Valley, where the people have such generous hearts, both the people who purchased items, but more so the businesses who donated gift certificates for restaurants, attractions, and lodging  as well as great auction items.  Thank you one and all for supporting theGibsonCenter!

Just a reminder, Valentine’s Day is this coming Tuesday.  It is a time to remember those we love.  Here at theGibsonCenterwe will be serving a special meal to celebrate the day.  Please call to sign up for one of the meals on either Tuesday or Wednesday.  On Tuesday, we will also be showing the romantic movie “Yank”, which is on loan from one of our members.

Have a wonderful week and God bless!

 

Monday, Feb. 13:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room.  Video tours of “The Met” with Carl Owen begin at

12:30 in the activity room.  The bus for bowling leaves the center at 12:30.

Tuesday, Feb. 14:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  The VNS will be here to do a blood pressure clinic before lunch.  Valentines luncheon followed by a showing of  “Yank” at 12:30.  Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site

Wednesday, Feb. 15:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in

the activity room.

Thursday, Feb. 16:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare

counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  Beasley & Ferber Estate Planning, a paid sales presentation.

Friday, Feb. 17:  Board the bus at 8AM for “Your Hit Parade” and lunch at Newick’s.  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room. 

 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan.

AARP Tax Assistance is available for low income seniors.  Call 356-3231 for your time slot.

 

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

 

  • Winter Waltz Party,GibsonCentertransportation from your home, $10, call 356-3231…local.
  • Air Force wind Ensemble:  2/12  Board the bus at 12:30.  Cost is $10.  We’ll stop for a bite at the Whitter House.
  • Your Hit Parade,  a NH Humanities Council presentation.  Out for lunch at Newick’s after.  $15. 2/17 8am-3:30PM
  • 1940’s Sing Along, at the Wright’s Museum: Sunday, March 11th.  12:00PM $13, dinner out after.
  • Indian Head, Irish lunch and show: 3/14 9:30-5:30. $45
  • BostonFlower Show: This years theme: First Impressions.  Wednesday, March 14th.  7AM-9PM.  $49 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Olive Garden
  • Herstory: the Civil War on the home front, as seen through quilts.  Thursday, April 12, and dinner at Red Apple.  $27 2:30-11PM
  • Towne & Country Lunch and Show, featuring Judy Lee, who sings the music of the Andrews Sisters toCher.  4/17. $40
  • Art In Bloom: Monday, April 30th.  7AM-9PM.  $54 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Newicks’
  • SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks: June 21st, August 16th. $25

 Overnight trips:

  • Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
  • Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
  • Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 nights $1909 pp/do.

MENU: Monday: tuna noodle casserole, Tuesday: braised pork; Wednesday: braised pork; Thursday:  Moroccan lemon chicken, Friday:  ham gratinee with potato.

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submited by a Gibson Member

National Anthem at the Super Bowl – an editorial

“So, with all the kindness I can muster, I give this one piece of advice to the next pop star who is asked to sing the national anthem at a sporting event: save the vocal gymnastics and the physical gyrations for your concerts. Just sing this song the way you were taught to sing it in kindergarten — straight up, no styling. Sing it with the constant awareness that there are soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines watching you from bases and outposts all over the world. Don’t make them cringe with your self-centered ego gratification. Sing it as if you are standing before a row of 86-year-old WWII vets wearing their Purple Hearts, Silver Stars and flag pins on their cardigans and you want them to be proud of you for honoring them and the country they love — not because you want them to think you are a superstar musician. They could see that from the costumes, the makeup and the entourages.  Sing “The Star Spangled Banner” with the courtesy and humility that tells the audience that it is about America , not you.”

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Barbara Ray

February 3, 2012

 

I have good news and bad news – depending on how you feel about cold and snow.  Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow which I’m told means six more weeks of winter.  Good or bad, it hasn’t been much of a winter so far so when you think about it, we’re really ahead of the game.  As for me, I don’t usually start thinking about spring till mid March.  Besides, I hope to get one or two more “snow days” in before then. 

Don’t forget our annual Valentine’s Auction is taking place this Thursday, February 9th at the Gibson center.  The live auction will include a week long trip thru RCI and another thru INTERVAL INTERNATIONAL– anywhere in the world!  We have also been most fortunate to receive some wonderful donations from  Zeb’s, R & R Woodworkers, our local ski areas as well as some very generous local artists.   The cost is still $10 per person which includes a wonderful hors d’oeuvres buffet, a silent auction loaded with wonderful items, a live auction with even more great items, a cash bar and a really terrific time. Reservations are suggested so please call 356-3231. This is a major fund raiser for theGibsonCenter so we hope you will mark your calendars and join us that evening. 

Have a wonderful week and God bless!

 

Monday, Feb. 6:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room.  Video tours of “The Met” with Carl Owen begin at

12:30 in the activity room.  The bus for bowling leaves the center at 12:30.

Tuesday, Feb. 7:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site followed by a showing of  “Fiddler on the Roof II” at 1:00.

Wednesday, Feb. 8:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in

the activity room.

Thursday, Feb. 9:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare

counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  1:1 Computer labs are available today.  Call 356-3231 to

reserve a spot.  The Gibson Valentine Auction begins at 5:30 this evening.

Friday, Feb. 10:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  A Fleece craft bee begins at

12:30 in the activity room.

 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan.

AARP Tax Assistance is available for low income seniors.  Call 356-3231 for your time slot.

 

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

 

  • Winter Waltz Party,GibsonCentertransportation from your home, $10, call 356-3231…local.
  • Air Force wind Ensemble:  2/12  Board the bus at 12:30.  Cost is $10.  We’ll stop for a bite at the Whitter House.
  • Your Hit Parade,  a NH Humanities Council presentation.  Out for lunch at Newicks after.  $15. 2/17 8am-3:30PM
  • 1940’s Sing Along, at the Wright’s Museum: Sunday, March 11th.  12:00PM $13, dinner out after.
  • Indian Head, Irish lunch and show: 3/14 9:30-5:30. $45
  • BostonFlower Show: This years theme: First Impressions.  Wednesday, March 14th.  7AM-9PM.  $49 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Olive Garden
  • Towne & Country Lunch and Show, featuring Judy Lee,  who sings the music of the Andrews Sisters toCher.  4/17. $40
  • Art In Bloom: Monday, April 30th.  7AM-9PM.  $54 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Newicks’
  • SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks: June 21st, August 16th. $25

 Overnight trips:

  • Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
  • San Francisco & Lake Tahoe: June 7-13, 2012 $2479ppdo
  • Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
  • Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 nights $1909 pp/do.

MENU: Monday: Chef’s choice, Tuesday: mac & cheese w/ham; Wednesday: hamburger stroganoff; Thursday:  franks & beans, Friday:  chicken & fruit in curry sauce.

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Please sign up for all trips: 356-3231

Please pay for tickets when signing up

 

Winter Waltz Party 2/11, $40. Will pick people up at home.  Live orchestra.  A chance to dress up!

 

USAF Wind Ensemble: 2/12 12:15PM board the bus.  Will stop for a light meal . $10.

 

Portland POP’s Concerts:  

2/26/12 A Benny Goodman Tribute. Afternoon concert. $55the music of “The King of Swing” .

(Alternate trip on this day, the Chocolate Tour)

 

1940’s Sing Along:

We will travel to Wright’s Museum for an afternoon of singing.  Afterwards we will have dinner out in Wolfeboro.  $13 admission, transportation, dinner on own. 3/11

 

Indian Head Saint Patrick’s Luncheon

Tues. Mar. 13th $45 includes Cocktails, St. Patrick’s buffet, Green Beer, Irish Entertainment, transportation, tax and tip.

 

Boston Flower Show:

This years theme: First Impressions.  Wednesday, March 14th.  7AM-9PM.  $49 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Olive Garden

 

Towne & Country Judy Lee Luncheon

Tuesday, April 17th.  $40  The Judy Lee Review: A lively one hour interactive floor show featuring the music of Cher, Patsy Cline, The Andrew sisters and others.  Choice of entrée for lunch, dessert, tax, tip, and transport.

 

Art In Bloom:

Monday, April 30th.  7AM-9PM.  $54 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Newicks’

 

SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks:

$25 covers tickets, bus and Box Lunch

June 21st, vs. Harrisburg Senators (Natls.)

August 16th. Vs. Altoona Curve (Pirates)

 

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Barbara Ray

January 27, 2012

 

I was listening to the local news this morning and they claimed that folks who have Direct TV might end up missing the Super Bowl due to a disagreement between Direct TV and the corporation that owns the station carrying the game.  This would not be a major issue in my life but for many ardent football fans it’s a whole different story.  Heaven help the executives at Direct TV if they don’t find a solution.  Good luck gentlemen!

As I already mentioned, our annual Valentine’s Auction is coming up on Thursday, February 9th.  We’ve received some wonderful donations from our local businesses and everyone here at Gibson wants them to know how grateful we all are for their generosity.  The live auction will include a week long trip thru RCI and another thru INTERVAL INTERNATIONAL– anywhere in the world!   R&R Woodworkers has once again donated a beautiful large Adirondack Rocking Chair.  The ski areas have donated lift tickets, and the local restaurants have offered dozens of gift certificates. Local artists have donated small and large pieces.  We have gift baskets from Zeb’s, as well as several baskets filled with tasty international flavors. The cost is still $10 per person which includes a wonderful hors d’oeuvres buffet, a silent auction loaded with wonderful items, a live auction with even more great items, a cash bar and a really terrific time. Reservations are suggested so please call 356-3231. Mark your calendars. We look forward to seeing you there.

I also want to remind everyone that if your closets or bureaus are getting a little cluttered you might want to consider donating your slightly used clothing to our Carriage Thrift Shop.  All proceeds from the sale of those items benefit theGibsonCenter.  I have one final note to anyone that may have donated their used movie videos to the center.  We discovered a home video of someone’s family gatherings mixed in with the regular videos.  If you think this is yours, please contact Jill at 356-3231.  Be sure to check the calendar of events below for other upcoming events and programs.  Have a great week and God bless.

 

Monday, Jan. 30:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room.  Video tours of “The Met” with Carl Owen begin at

12:30 in the activity room.  The bus for bowling leaves the center at 12:30.

Tuesday, Jan. 31:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site.  Board the bus at 12:30 for the snow sculpture competition tour.

Wednesday, Feb. 1:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in

the activity room. Care Givers support group meets at 12:30 in the social room.

Thursday, Feb. 2:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.  RSVP will meet in the pool room from 9:00 –

11:00.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  Bobs slideshow of our trip to  NYC will begin at 12:30 in the activity room. 

Friday, Feb. 3:  Nutrition council will meet at 9:00 in the pool room.   Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00

today in the activity room.  A Fleece craft bee begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan.

 

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

 

  • Portland POP’s Concert:  2/26/12 A Benny Goodman Tribute. Afternoon concert. $55
  • 1940’s Sing Along, at the Wright’s Museum: Sunday, March 11th.  12:00PM $13, dinner out after.
  • BostonFlower Show: This years theme: First Impressions.  Wednesday, March 14th.  7AM-9PM.  $49 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Olive Garden
  • Art In Bloom: Monday, April 30th.  7AM-9PM.  $54 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Newicks’
  • SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks: June 21st, August 16th. $25

 Overnight trips:

  • Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
  • San Francisco & Lake Tahoe: June 7-13, 2012 $2479ppdo
  • Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
  • Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 nights $1909 pp/do.

MENU: Monday: Baked Black Oak ham, Tuesday: Cathy’s Meatloaf; Wednesday: chicken pasta puttanesca; Thursday:  Groundhog pie, Friday:  marinated steak tips.

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Barbara Ray

January 13, 2012

 

One thing you have to say aboutNew Englandweather – it’s never boring!  We got a good six inches of powdery snow yesterday; this morning we got a drizzly rain and right now it’s sleeting.  I also heard temperatures on Sunday will drop down to somewhere between 0 and 10 degrees.  (I’m sure all those folks in sunnyCaliforniamust be bored silly.)  Stay warm and have a nice day.

 

That’s enough about the weather.  Believe it or not I need to remind everyone that our 13th Annual Auction is coming up on Thursday, February 9th.  It will be held once again in the dining and activity rooms of theGibsonCenter.  It will start at 5:30 that evening and the cost is still $10 per person.  We will once again be serving those outstanding hors D’oeuvres prepared by our ownRick Spencer and his great kitchen staff.  There will be a 50/50 raffle and cash bar as well as live and silent auctions.  This is a major fund raiser for theGibsonCenter so we hope you will mark your calendars and join us that evening.  Reservations are suggested (356-3231).

 

Be sure to check the calendar of events below for other upcoming events and programs.  Have a great week and stay healthy. 

 

Monday, Jan. 16:  Gibson Center closed in celebration of Martin Luther King Day.

 

Tuesday, Jan. 17:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site.  Collette Tours presents San Francisco & lake Tahoe tour at 12:30.

A presentation by Melcher & Prescott Insurance begins at 1:30.  This is a paid sales presentation

Wednesday, Jan. 18:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in

the activity room.  Care Givers support group meets at 12:30 in the social room.

Thursday, Jan. 19:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare

Counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  Americanatours presents Bermuda at 12:30 in the activity

room.

Friday, Jan. 13:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  A Fleece craft bee will start

at 12:30 in the activity room. 

 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Fleece Craft Bees will be held on Fridays after lunch. 

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan.

 

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

  • PortlandPirates: Wednesday, January 18, 2012.  Ticket, transportation and box lunch. $35
  • Snow Sculpture: See the sculptures, and then stop of cocoa and a snack to warm up.  1/24/12 $5
  • Portland POP’s Concert:  2/26/12 A Benny Goodman Tribute. Afternoon concert. $55
  • 1940’s Sing Along, at the Wright’s Museum: Sunday, March 11th.  12:00PM $13, dinner out after.
  • BostonFlower Show: This years theme: First Impressions.  Wednesday, March 14th.  7AM-9PM.  $49 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Olive Garden
  • Art In Bloom: Monday, April 30th.  7AM-9PM.  $54 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Newicks’
  • SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks: June 21st, August 16th. $25

 Overnight trips:

  • Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
  • San Francisco & Lake Tahoe: June 7-13, 2012 $2479ppdo
  • Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
  • Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 nights $1909 pp/do.

 

MENU: Monday: Gibson closed, Tuesday: Salisbury steak; Wednesday:  seafood newburg; Thursday:  chicken a la king, Friday:  pork & sausage cassoulet.

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GIBSON GLEANINGS

By Jill Reynolds

December 29, 2011

 

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

We watch the ball drop in Times Square.   The band plays “Auld Lang Syne”.   People raise glasses of eggnog, or champagne, and hug and kiss, and wish each other the best for the New Year.

 

Sometimes the Best that we wish for each other may include things that we can change ourselves.  Of course it is important to remember that we can only change ourselves, we cannot change others, they must decide to do that themselves.    When we decide to make changes, (and new beginnings, like birthdays, and new years are times we especially look back on and evaluate our lives) we resolve to do the best we can.  We resolve to eat healthier, exercise more, and stop unhealthy habits.  We sometimes look beyond the physical things and examining our behaviors, our thoughts, and our attitudes.   Then resolutions can be things like thinking before speaking, developing a positive attitude, or saying nice things only.

 

When making resolutions, (New Years or otherwise) it is best to start with a goal.  Break the goal down into small easily achievable steps, and then reward yourself every time a small step is achieved.  It is important not to beat yourself up if you “fall off the wagon”.  Loading on guilt makes it harder to start again.  While it is easier to start a new regime on a certain date, like New Years Day, EVERY Day is a new day.  (In twelve step programs they say “One Day at a Time”).

 

Some people find it helpful to have a friend to act as a buddy when starting, or ending a new habit.  Others find keeping a journal keeps them on track.  For some things, like changing an attitude, it is hard to keep track of changes because there is not physical evidence.  At times like this one may be able to adopt a concrete habit to help the attitude.  Some thing like counting to ten before speaking if you have a quick and deadly tongue, or starting an Gratitude Journal (where you write down 5 things a day for which you are grateful) if you want to improve your attitude or be more positive.

 

The most important things to remember when starting a new habit are:

Start small

Don’t beat yourself up for lapses

Find a way to keep track of changes

Find a support system

Keep trying!

Good Luck, and may you have a Happy and Healthy 2012

 

May this New Year be blessed with peace and harmony for you, your families and friends.

 

Monday, January 2nd  The Gibson Center will be closed .   

Tuesday, January 3rd:  Act on your resolutions, and join our Strength, Balance, and Stretch class at 10am. The Visiting Nurses will be here from 11-12 to check Blood Pressures, and ACE. Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site.  

Wednesday, January 4th:  Wii games are available 1030-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room. Care for the caregiver begins at 12:30 in the social room.

Thursday, January 5th:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare Counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  “Fiddler on the Roof, part 1” will play in the activity room at 12:30. There will be one to one computer labs offered today, please call 356-3231 to sign up for a free ½ hour session.

Friday, January 6th: join our Strength, Balance, and Stretch class at 10am in the activity room. On this the 12th day of Christmas, we will have a party in the dining room.  We will sing THE song, and there will be door prizes.  Afterward Becca will lead a sing along in the activity room.

 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second and fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Fleece Craft Bees will be held on Fridays after lunch. 

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan.

 

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

  • Ice Sculpture and Buffet at the Wentworth: 1/9/12 $21. 
  • Snow Sculpture: See the sculptures, and then stop of cocoa and a snack to warm up.  1/24/12 $5
  • Portland POP’s Concert:  2/26/12 A Benny Goodman Tribute. Afternoon concert. $55
  • 1940’s Sing Along, at the Wright’s Museum: Sunday, March 11th.  12:00PM $13, dinner out after.
  • BostonFlower Show: This years theme: First Impressions.  Wednesday, March 14th.  7AM-9PM.  $49 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Olive Garden
  • Art In Bloom: Monday, April 30th.  7AM-9PM.  $54 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Newicks’
  • SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks: June 21st, August 16th. $25

 Overnight trips:

  • Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
  • San Francisco & Lake Tahoe: June 7-13, 2012 $2479ppdo
  • Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
  • Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 nights $1909 pp/do.

 

MENU: Monday: New Year holiday – Gibson closed, Tuesday: Macaroni & cheese; Wednesday:  chicken chasseur; Thursday:  BBQ Ribs, Friday:  pork Eisenhower.

]]> http://www.gibsoncenter.org/social-room/2011-12-29-gibson-gleanings/feed 0 When the Holidays don’t live up to our Expectations http://www.gibsoncenter.org/social-room/when-the-holidays-dont-live-up-to-our-expectations http://www.gibsoncenter.org/social-room/when-the-holidays-dont-live-up-to-our-expectations#comments Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:44:37 +0000 jill http://www.gibsoncenter.org/?p=634 Holidays: when they don’t live up to our expectations. From an early age, we learn that the holidays can be stressful, and perhaps disappointing. Santa did not bring us the toy we asked for, someone let us down, we don’t have a new dress like everyone else, or we sing at the wrong time in the Christmas concert. Now, as adults we face more potential stress. Our family members have new families, and spend less time with us. Our family members come to visit and spend more time with us. We don’t have the energy, or money, or time to purchase, wrap, and mail every gift to every person that is meaningful to us. Also memories of the past, and losses, are magnified at this time of year. What can we do to live through the holidays, and perhaps even enjoy them? Change Expectations: Find realistic and meaningful ways to share with others. Spread it through the year, and don’t wait for the holidays. Set price limits and don’t feel guilty for sticking to them. Perhaps have a Yankee Swap or draw a name of one person rather then buying for all people in a group. Spend quality time with loved ones. I recently read about a “Bob Hope Christmas”. Bob was always overseas visiting the troops, so he never had a Christmas at home with his family. Perhaps, with growing families, choosing a different day to celebrate puts less stress on people, so they don’t have to drive all over on the special day, but can spend quality time with people throughout the whole season. Some people only send cards to people that live “away” rather then to everyone in their address books. I have also received a wonderful email card, with photos, and a brief newsy note. It was less time and financially consuming then the snail mail, yet still was touching. If you are experiencing a recent loss, this might be the year to start a new tradition. Old familiar traditions only emphasize the loss. Some families go on a trip, spending time with those still here. Some volunteer at churches or soup kitchens, in memory of the person. Some people make a donation of money, or a commitment in honor of another person. Some people write favorite memories in a book form, to share with others. Or pass a letter around, with each person sharing his or her memories. Some write letters to their loved one. The big thing is to be sure you do not beat yourself up for experiencing emotions (good or bad) over the holidays. Happy New Year

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