The Meadows Monthly

The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living Community

The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living2300 SE 28th Street

Bentonville Arkansas 72712479 273 9969

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The Meadows Happenings

August 2020

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Oh, how your garden grows!It's hard to miss the plant-life teeming from every corner of the building

these days. From the beautiful lawn to the planted flowers and vegetables. A special 'Thank You' to the Garden Committee, who maintains the raised garden! A shout out to Martha Bintliff for taking over the chairperson position this year! It’s beautiful all around the building with bird feeders, sunflowers & flowers which are bringing in birds of all kinds, bees & dragonflies everywhere you look. Great job everyone!!

CRAFT TIME!!Trying to stay cool & busy, we’ve done just that. Lot’s of these little

ones are buzzing around the garden & flowers keeping us company….. So why not, here’s what we’ve been up to. Drive thru & you will see these all around the grounds. A HUGE thank you to Jennifer & Rich for making the stands for us! Note: these dragonflies

were made from recycled materials including ceiling fan blades & porch

The Meadows

Employee of the Month Congratulations to

Shannon Bryant

July at The MeadowsThere was all sorts of excitement around here in the month of July!

“Be the One Ministries” from House Church in Rogers came & shared with music. They were amazing! It was nice to see young adults

out spreading good cheer and so appreciated.

Have you had a positive experience at The Meadows and you'd like to share it? We'd love to hear your

testimonial! You can submit it in the "Comments" box, located by the

sign-up book in the foyer. Or, you can email Megan Cosgrove at:

meganc@meadowsinbentonville.com

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A-Mazing Olympian

Resident Christy Newhouse

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Christy Lynn Newhouse was born 12/10/1963 in Ft. Worth, Texas. She was raised in Plano, Texas and spent much of her time with her grandparents which she adored. She went on to start her young adult years at Richland Jr College and then on to University of Texas Dallas, UTD.

Christy has 1 child & we’ve all heard that beautiful daughter’s name around here! Courtney! Courtney is married to Tanner Parker and live in Decatur. They are expecting their first baby in December. “My baby is gonna have a baby!” Christy is going to be a Grandma, Gigi, MiMi….she’s not sure on a title yet; but she’s busting at the seams!

She spent her years working, teaching preschool. Loving on 2 & 3 year olds & reassuring the parents that the toddlers would soon quit crying. Comforting the crying mom’s was a major part of teaching preschool too. When it came time for Courtney to be left at preschool, she never whimpered or shed a tear, off she went. Bittersweet, she’s such a brave & friendly young lady, that started very early! She learned that from her loving & gentle mother.

Christy has a love for animals! She melts in the presence of them! When asks about a favorite …. MOLLY! Molly rescued Christy after she lost her special peekapoo, Bonnie. That’s not how the story goes but I know she was heartbroken from loosing Bonnie… so Christy & Molly rescued each other!! Molly’s elderly owner had passed away & needed a home….along came Christy. That dalmation & her were buddies from day 1.

Memories… oh the good times! Weekend getaways to Jefferson, Texas with Tom to a ritzy little bed & breakfast and local favorite Shady Glade Café. Going to Deep Ellum in Dallas with Tom & his best friend Lyle. They went all the way to Ohio to a Big Foot conference. Oh and music, music & more music. Tom was in the music world & worked for professionals, the national acts. So many fun times to remember.

Christy is grateful for her friends here at The Meadows, it takes away some of the loneliness. Her advice to us all, “Tell the ones you love, how much you love them, life can change in a minute. Life turns on a dime.”

We are so happy to have Christy here with us, always willing to help any way

August BirthstoneThe peridot, August’s birthstone, is a stunning stone that ranges in

color from olive to lime green. The green color is due to the presence of iron. Stones with a brownish tint have higher levels of

iron. Peridot is one of the oldest known gemstones. Ancient Egyptians shaped them into beads. The Greeks used them to make

rings and pendants and believed the jewelry could ward off evil. The largest peridot ever found weighs 310 carats and belongs to the

Smithsonian Institution.

In the Good Ole’ Days In August 1932, the average annual income was $1,652. A new house cost $6,515, and a new car was $610. A gallon of milk cost 43 cents,

but you could get a gallon of gasoline for only 10 cents. In August 1990, the average annual income was $14,777. A new house cost $128,732, and a new car was $9,437. A gallon of milk

cost $2.15, but a gallon of gasoline was $1.08

What’s Lucky in August? Lucky Color: Teal Lucky Animal: Rabbit Lucky Letters: B and C Lucky Day: Sunday Lucky Plant: Goldenrod

August Birthdays

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1B- To OrderL-Salisbury SteakD-Honey Mustard Pork

2 B-To Order L-Fried Chicken D-Grilled Cheese Sandwich

3B-To OrderL-Bacon Wrapped Pork D-Pork Fritter

4B- To OrderL-Greek Roasted ChickenD- Fish Sandwich

5 B-To OrderL-Ham & BeansD-Turkey Pot Pie

6 B-To OrderL-Stuffed PepperD-Pizza

7B-To OrderL-Fried FishD-Cheeseburger on a Bun

8 B-To OrderL-Beef Tips w/GravyD-Chicken Tenders

9 B-To Order L-Marinated Pork Roast D-Sloppy Joe on a Bun

10B-To OrderL-Chicken Enchilada Casserole D-Cheesy Egg Bake

11 B-To OrderL- Breaded PorkD-Tuna Salad Plate

12 B- To OrderL-LasagnaD-Breaded Fish

13B- To OrderL- BBQ BeefD-BLT & Cheese Sandwich

14 B- To OrderL-Fried FishD-Chicken & Rice Casserole

15B- To OrderL-Roast TurkeyD-Grilled Ham & Cheese Sandwich

16 B-To Order L-Fried Chicken D-Country Fried Steak

17 B- To OrderL-Smothered PorkD-Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce

18 B- To OrderL-Glazed Meatloaf D- Crunchy Ranch Chicken

19B- To OrderL-Herbed Pork D- Chef Salad

20B- To OrderL-Chicken JambalayaD- Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich

21B-To OrderL-Fried FishD-Chili Dog w/Cheese

22B-To OrderL-Breaded Chicken on a BunD- Baked Ham

23 B-To Order L-Roast Beef D-Turkey & Cheese Sandwich

24B-To OrderL- Baked Ziti & Meat Sauce D-Salmon Patty

25B-To OrderL-Roast TurkeyD-Beef Stroganoff

26B-To OrderL- Polish SausageD-Chicken Salad Sandwich

27B-To OrderL-Baked Ham D-Cheeseburger on a Bun

28 B-To OrderL-Fried FishD-Grilled Chicken

29B- To OrderL-Salisbury SteakD-Honey Mustard Pork

30 B-To Order L-Fried Chicken D-Grilled Cheese Sandwich

31B-To OrderL-Bacon Wrapped Pork D-Pork Fritter

August 2020

Alma Parish 8/12

Our New Residents!

Ocie Price

Frances Boyd 8/9

Carol Shriver8/8

The Dog Days of SummerThe “Dog Days” of summer last from July 3 to August

11. What are the Dog Days, exactly? The ancient origins of this common phrase might surprise you.

In ancient Greece and Rome, the Dog Days were believed to be a time of drought, bad luck, and unrest, when dogs and men alike would be driven mad by the extreme heat. Today, the phrase doesn’t conjure up such bad imagery. Instead, the Dog Days are associated purely with the time of summer’s peak temperatures and humidity.

This period of sweltering weather coincides with the year’s heliacal (meaning “at sunrise”) rising of Sirius, the Dog Star. Sirius is part of the constellation Canis Majoris—the “Greater Dog”—which is where Sirius gets its canine nickname, as well as its official name, Alpha Canis Majoris. Not including our own Sun, Sirius is the brightest star in the sky.

While officially the Dogs Days are almost over, please keep your walks outside short right now, during this August heat. Enjoy our air conditioning and the windows for the garden & wildlife view.

August Flower ~ GladiolusThe gladiolus, or ‘sword lily,’ represents

remembrance, calm, integrity, and infatuation.

Gladiolus indicates that the heart is being “pierced with love.”

Staff Birthdays:8/10 Kay Fulfer, Housekeeping8/15 Salena Lowery, RN8/21 Lacy Henderson, Director of Nursing 8/23 Anita Simmons, C.N.A.8/26 Maria Sandoval, Dietary Aide

Age is an issue of mind over matter.

If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.

Jerry Rossworn

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

110:30am Exercise2:30pm Bingo 6:30pm Movie

22:30pm Church Service 6:30pm Movie

310:30am Exercise2:30pm Bean Bag Baseball6:30pm Game of Choice

410:30am Bible Study2:30 Crafts - Windchimes6:30pm Rummikub

510:30am Exercise2:30pm Bingo6:30pm Skip-bo

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2:30pm Wii Bowling 6:30pm Rummikub

710:30am Exercise2:30pm "Boop-Oop-A-Doop" Day6:30pm Game of Choice

810:30 Exercise 2:30pm Beanbag Baseball6:30pm Movie

92:30pm Church Service 6:30pm Movie

1010:30am Exercise2:30pm BeanBag Baseball6:30pm Game of Choice

1110:30am Bible Study2:30pm Crafts – Windchimes6:30pm Rummikub

1210:30am Exercise2:30pm Bingo6:30pm Skip-bo

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2:30pm Wii Bowling6:30pm Rummikub

1410:30am Exercise2:30pm Name That Tune6:30pm Game of Choice

1510:30 Exercise2:30 Bingo6:30pm Movie

162:30pm Church Service 6:30pm Movie

1710:30am Exercise2:30pm BeanBag Baseball6:30pm Game of Choice

1810:30am Bible Study2::30 Crafts – Windchimes6:30pm Rummikub

1910:30am Exercise2:30pm Bingo6:30pm Skip-bo

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2:30pm Wii Bowling6:30pm Rummikub

2110:30am Exercise2:30pm Price Is Right6:30pm Game of Choice

2210:30am Exercise2:30pm Balloon Volleyball6:30pm Movie

Hair Salon: Jean # 244-7585Transportation:

Please schedule at the front desk.

Happy Birthday!Carol Shriver 8/8

Frances Boyd 8/9 Alma Parish 8/12

232:30pm Church Service 6:30pm Movie

2410:30am Exercise2:30pm BeanBag Baseball6:30pm Game of Choice

2510:30 Bible study 2:30 Birthday Party6:30pm Rummikub

2610:30am Exercise2:30 Bingo6:30pm Skip-Bo

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2:30pm Wii Bowling6:30pm Rummikub

2810:30am Exercise2:30pm Safety Meeting with Ray6:30pm Game of Choice

2910:30 Exercise2:30 Bingo6:30pm Movie

302:30pm Church Service 6:30pm Movie

3110:30am Exercise2:30pm BeanBag Baseball6:30pm Game of Choice The Meadows

Activity Calendar2020