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Volume VII, Issue 2 www.mysticshorespoa.com June, 2016
Social Events Highlight The Mystic Life
2016Annual Luncheon BBQ at the Lake Park Pavilion
By: Diane Kunz and Lou Wood
After the Annual meeting held at the North Shore United Methodist Church, about 150 residents and guests attended the Annual Luncheon at the Lake Park Pavilion. The lunch was catered by Real Pit BBQ located in Sattler. Folks enjoyed a delicious meal of sliced brisket, chicken, potato salad, coleslaw, pinto beans, pickles, onions, bread, BBQ sauce and unsweetened tea.
A variety of desserts (150+) were supplied by Carolyn Besselman who made them all from scratch. They were out of this world. Mystic Shores residents and guests were having such a great time eating, visiting, making new friends, etc. that when it came time to clean up and take down the tables and chairs, some people simply continued their visiting by moving to the covered picnic tables across the road from the pavilion! There was a light breeze, lots of sunshine, and the lake was beautiful. No one wanted the day to end.
LEAP YEAR MIXER By: Janet Ryan and Diane Kunz
February 29 is a special day because it only happens every four years. The Leap Year Mixer was a special event because it brought together residents of Mystic Shores again. The Social Committee intends to continue offering mixers to residents more often than every four years! More than 60 friendly residents brought delicious food to share, and the conversation at the tables and on the Community Center deck was lively. Everyone enjoyed seeing old friends and meeting new residents. We were excited to visit with a new resident who moved here from Alaska! He enjoyed getting to know new neighbors and was seen moving around the room meeting others. Once again, it is plain to see that our Community Center is a fine facility for hosting events that bring residents of Mystic Shores together.
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“The View from Mystic Shores at Canyon Lake” is published by the Mystic Shores Property Owners Association for the benefit of Mystic Shores property owners.
Inquiries should be directed to: Board of Directors Mystic Shores POA 1600 NE Loop 410 - Suite 202 San Antonio, Texas 78209
Mystic Shores Communications Committee Contributors: t Gayle A. Oglesby (e-Blasts) t Judy Hall (Editor) t Donna Adams t Karen Hobson t Famia Magaña
Newsletter Contributors: t Teresa Carpenter t Sharon Deeny t Steve Jones t Diane Kunz t Carol Little t John Quattlebaum t Janet Ryan t Ted Searles t Anne Teeling t Bud Templin t Lou Wood
Happenings In The Neighborhood
BIBLE STUDY Men’s Bible Study Thurs – 9:00 am. Contact Mark Snider at 210
452-4246 or [email protected] Ladies Bible Study – Will host two Fellowships this summer at
6:30 p.m. in the Community Center. Join them on July 18 and on August 15. Please RSVP to Shirley Reed at [email protected] if you would like to bring a snack.
EXERCISE Ladies Walking MWF 8:00 am – 9:00 am. Location varies within
Mystic Shores. Contact Mary Daniel at [email protected]. Ladies Water Aerobics MWF 9:00 a.m. – 10 a.m. beginning
Monday, June 6th. Contact Mary Daniel at [email protected] Mens Water Aerobics T-TH 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. beginning
Tuesday, June 7th. Contact Gene Rankin at [email protected]. Beginners Yoga Class (Coed) – Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00
am – noon. Community Center - Contact Gene Rankin at [email protected]
GAMES and HOBBIES Ladies Bunco 2nd Wednesday monthly – 6:00 pm. Waiting list.
Contact Maggie Simpton at [email protected] Seam Sew Happy Ladies of Canyon Lake 1st Wednesday
monthly 8:45 am until 2:00 pm. Community Center. Contact Nancy Evans Hanley at [email protected]
SOCIAL
Men’s Lunch Group 3rd Wednesday monthly – 11:30 am. Contact Tony Stewart at [email protected].
IN THIS ISSUE Social Events Highlight Mystic Shores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Neighborhood Happenings . . 2 From the Board . . . . . . . . . . 3 Community Resources . . . . . 4 Committee Update . . . . . . . . . 5 Conservation Committee Update . . . . . . . . . 7 Community Center Committee Update . . . . . . . . . 7 Neighborhood Watch Study Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Opportunities Committee Update . . . . . . . . . 9 Architectural Control Committee Update . . . . . . . . 10 Maintenance
If you are planning on being away on vacation
or for an extended period of time, please let
McKinley Security know. They will check your
home while you are away. Their number is:
210 535-7623.
Please submit any items you would like posted in the Neighborhood
Happenings to the Communications Committee at
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From The Board
2016 MYSTIC SHORES ANNUAL MEETING AND LUNCHEON
By: John R. Quattlebaum
Over 150 property owners attended the annual meeting of the Mystic Shores Property Owners Association (POA) on April 23, 2016 at the North Shore United Methodist Church. Afterwards, almost everyone headed to scenic Lake Park on a lovely afternoon to eat BBQ and socialize at the luncheon organized and hosted by the Social Committee.
The primary purpose of the POA annual meeting is to elect directors to the Mystic Shores Board of Directors. Three directors were elected this year from a slate of four candidates. The election results were as follows: Gary Lofgren – 237 votes, Dick Walling – 230 votes, Anne Teeling – 204 votes, and Rick Greene - 53 votes. There was also one write-in vote for each of two property owners. Mr. Lofgren, Mr. Walling and Ms. Teeling were each elected for a two-year term on the Board of Directors.
The annual meeting also provides the forum for our various committees to report their annual activities and accomplishments to the POA. Additionally, the Board of Directors and Treasurer conduct a brief review of the POA budget from the previous year, review some major items in the current year's budget, and highlight items/projects to be addressed or completed in the current year. The Board takes this opportunity to provide a frank assessment for the state of the POA. The Board was pleased to report---despite two major floods; destruction of fences and the gate at the nature preserve; and considerable cleanup in the parks and numerous other unanticipated issues---the POA was able to "weather" these acts of nature. Due to savings in other areas of the budget, the POA was able to cover those unexpected expenses. The good news is POA assessments for 2016 did not rise from the 2015 level.
Immediately following the annual meeting, the Directors convened a Board meeting, which had been previously announced, for the purpose of electing officers and appointing Board committee liaisons. John Quattlebaum was elected President, Shirley Jones-Vice President, and Anne Teeling-Secretary. Committee liaison appointments are as follows: John Quattlebaum-Communications; Shirley Jones-Social/Events and Conservation; Anne Teeling-Architectural Control, assisted by John Quattlebaum and Shirley Jones; Dick Walling-Maintenance and Financial Advisory; Gary Lofgren-Community Center and Neighborhood Watch.
The Real Pit BBQ in Sattler/Canyon Lake catered the BBQ lunch and Mystic Shores resident Carolyn Besselman baked and donated all the desserts. The Lake Park provided the perfect setting for the luncheon attendees to meet new neighbors, renew old acquaintances, and generally address and resolve not only any POA issues, but the “world's issues” as well!!
Everyone had a chance to get a close-up view of a homemade “Monarch” butterfly incubator at the luncheon thanks to P.J. Burkett. It was amazing to watch the caterpillars munch away in their incubator. P.J. was part of the Conservation Committee’s Monarch Rescue effort.
Life just can’t get any better than: great food, great people, lively conversation, in a great place!! Mystic Shores property owners are very fortunate.
Don't miss out on the food and fun again. Be sure to join us next year on the fourth Saturday in April for the next Mystic Shores POA Annual Meeting and Luncheon!
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For Your Information . . .
From The Board
By:JohnR.Quattlebaum
BREAKING NEWS -- At its May 24, 2016, meeting, the Mystic Shores Board of Directors voted unanimously to end the Property Owners Association (POA) long-term management relationship with FirstService Residential (FSR), formerly Association Management Services (AMS). The Board has approved a contract with Associa Hill Country to provide management services to the POA, and janitorial services to selected POA amenities. The transition of POA management responsibilities from FSR to Associa Hill County will occur over the months of June and July and will be completed by July 31, 2016.
Property owners should continue to use FSR for Mystic Shores POA management services until the transition is complete. Additional information regarding the transition will be sent to Mystic Shores property owners before July 31.
The Board is convinced the transfer of management responsibilities to Associa Hill Country will result in better customer service for POA members, and will offer a cordial and professional business relationship for all.
The Board also approved the establishment of a Transition Team to work with Associa to facilitate implementation of the Agreement. The team will include members of the Board, Committee Chairs, and Advisors primarily focused on documentation transfer, finance, maintenance, ACC, communications, and compliance. In addition to supporting the transfer of management responsibilities from FSR to Associa, the Team’s objectives are to establish (a) a timeline to agree on guidelines, protocols, and tools to share information concerning the needs of each party to fulfill their respective obligations under the Agreement, (b) efficient and effective communication processes to share such information, and (c) processes and
review standards with timelines to ensure each party is meeting its obligations.
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)
By: Carol Little
Mystic Shores volunteers welcomed CASA and Dante, CASA’s “spokesdog”, on May 24th at the Community Center. Several residents came to hear about CASA’s mission and its volunteer needs. CASA of Central Texas serves children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect in Comal and three adjacent counties. Volunteer Advocates, after training, become “guardians ad litem” for the children. In this capacity, they work with the children’s parents, doctors, therapists, CPS caseworkers and teachers in the best interest of the child. Attendees learned of the substantial assistance that CASA caseworkers provide to the Advocates, including guidance and support while they are on vacation or otherwise unavailable.
We also learned how CPS and CASA differ. Unfortunately, not every child has a CASA Advocate. In Comal County alone, the number of children removed from their homes increased substantially in 2015 (from 303 to 411). And only 50% of these children have a CASA voice – more volunteers are needed! Two Mystic Shores residents recently became Advocates - Rita Starz and Chris Frels. A number of attendees expressed interest in also becoming Advocates and will learn more about the program before scheduling training. If YOU would be interested in learning more about CASA and its mission, please contact Laura Torres at (830) 626-2272.
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Conservation Committee Update
Oak Wilt Danger By: Sharon Deeny
In response to questions from residents about the dangers of Oak Wilt, the Conservation Committee invited Robert Edmonson, Biologist III, from Texas A&M Forest Service to come to speak with residents. Here are the important high points of his talk:
• Oak Wilt has been found as close as Cranes Mill and in Startzville.
• There is no cure for Oak Wilt. It kills 100% of infected Red Oaks and at least 85% of Live Oaks that are infected. Prevention is our best hope to protect our oaks. White Oaks are less susceptible, but can be infected and die from Oak Wilt.
• Do not prune any of your oak trees between February and June.
• Always spray every wound on all oaks with each cut when pruning your oaks.
• You can use any inexpensive paint for spraying the wounds.
• Diversify the trees in your yard. For the best success, add native, non-oak trees that survive our temperature, soil alkalinity, and rainfall inconsistencies. For a list of native and adapted trees for our area, refer to your copy of Native and Adapted Landscape Plants. (If you have misplaced your book, go to austintexas.gov and click on the link below the picture of Austin).
Other helpful websites: http://www.texasoakwilt.org/, and http://www.plantdiseasehandbook.tamu.edu/ and search for “Eight-Step Program to Oak Wilt Management”.
The Forest Service has a program to assist landowners in adding non-oaks to their property. It is the Central Texas Restoration and Recovery Program: https://tfsapps.tamu.edu/wtn/StoreFront/Content.aspx?PageID=5. Please note this was last year's information. This year's selections will not be available until September or October since fall is the best time for planting trees in our area.
Veinal Necrosis
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Conservation Committee Update (continued)
The Great Mystic Shores
Monarch Rescue of 2016
By: Sharon Deeny
In February of this year, the Conservation Committee invited Judi Redilla from the Houston area to help us with a presentation on Monarch butterflies. Judi has many years of experience in rescuing and raising Monarchs for release back into the wild. We had a great response and the seminar led to many emails as participants started identifying Antelope Horn milkweed plants around the neighborhood to support the Spring Monarch migration.
In April, with the migration underway, Judi called on us to assist her rescue efforts by raising about 100 Monarch eggs because she didn’t have enough milkweed to feed them. That was the beginning of an adventure for a group of 15 of us who answered the call. Some of us had “Monarch incubators” that Myra Stewart had made and given away at the seminar. The rest of us devised our own incubators and started harvesting milkweed from the roadsides and from our yards. We each took at least 5 - 10 tiny caterpillars and/or eggs.
The rewards for those of us that were able to participate are hard to describe. We watched as those tiny instars grew into fat, striped caterpillars. In the process, we were sometimes able to find the shed skin as they transformed. We then watched as each of them formed their beautiful, green and gold chrysalis. Most exciting of all, of course, was watching the emergence of the lovely black and gold butterflies.
Now that the original 15 rescuers have some experience (we have released over 75 adult butterflies back into the migration), I expect we will look for additional opportunities to support the migration across Texas -- both in April and again in
October. Most importantly, we will all be looking for ways to add native milkweed plants to our yards as well as more flowering nectar plants for spring and fall. These efforts should reward us with greater numbers of butterflies – especially the lovely Queen and Monarchs butterflies - in future years.
As Spring and Summer advance, please be thinking of plants or seeds that you may wish to propagate for sharing at the second annual Plant and Seed Exchange which we hope to hold in September.
Preserving Texas Heritage in Devil’s Hollow
By: Sharon Deeny
During March and April, the committee sponsored four hikes down into Devil’s Hollow. Marty Rolleg led the hikes and explained how Mystic Shores residents had participated in an archeological dig in Devil’s Hollow two summers ago. The artifacts that were uncovered show that this part of the Hill Country was the home of groups of Native Americans over 10,000 years ago. Marty described their way of life -- as understood by researchers like Dr. Steve Howard who led our dig. Many participants on the hikes were interested in the work of Michael Collins whose work describes how these Native American groups would have come as far south as Texas so long ago. Since many current residents were not here several years ago when Dr. Collins first talked with us, the Conservation Committee is hoping to have him to come back for a second lecture this summer. We are also interested in finding ways to best share the artifacts with residents while protecting them from possible theft or damage.
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By: Teresa Carpenter
Spring has been a busy time at the Community Center. From January through April of this year, 2,862 residents have enjoyed using the Center. With our exercise rooms accounting for 45% of the Community Center’s use, it is obvious that Mystic Shores is a very health-conscious community.
We are also a very social community! When groups of neighbors gather in the Center, we have all noticed our voices echoing to disturbing decibel levels. After much research, our committee ordered acoustic panels to help alleviate this annoying problem. The panels are now installed and, we hope they will make our Community Center an even more pleasant place in which to meet. The next time you are in, please look up to check them out. I think you will agree they blend well with the ceiling and help cut down on the noise. With any project, there are sometimes unanticipated problems, and this was no exception. You may have noticed that one panel has been removed. The installers have had trouble securely attaching it to our somewhat uneven ceiling. We expect this problem will be corrected shortly, and that pesky panel will be back up where it belongs! Thanks for your patience.
When the vicious hailstorm blew through several weeks ago, the Center did not escape unscathed. Many of you noticed and made us aware of broken windows, broken limbs and dimpling on the metal roof. We appreciate your notes, and want you to know that insurance adjusters are taking care of having the damage repaired. Since they are very busy with damage all over this area, we can’t give you a timeline for the repairs. Rest assured, however, that repairs are being scheduled. We were fortunate that the damage was not more severe.
Thank you for using your Community Center, and for helping us to take such good care of it! We hope it will remain an attractive, well-used neighborhood amenity for years to come!
Emergency Preparedness
By: Steve Jones
As part of the University of County Government Class, I attended a presentation by Jeff Kelley who is the Emergency Management Coordinator. He urged everyone to register their cell phones on the Regional Emergency Alert Network (REAN). This is especially important for residents who do not have a land line. The Regional Emergency Alert Network is a new Mass Notification service which allows public safety personnel, such as police and fire officials, to contact you in the event of an emergency. When public safety officials issue a notification about a potential emergency in a targeted area, you may receive a message through voice, text, or email communication methods that were provided in the self-registration process. It is an easy process. Just go to the REAN website and create an account to register your phones. Signing up on REAN is important so you can “be informed”. The link is: https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736723690#/overview and there are four tabs (Login, Sign-up, Overview, and FAQs). Here is a screenshot of the Overview page:
I also found another useful website that has preparedness information, and that link is: http://www.readysouthtexas.gov. Their message is “Be Informed, Make a Plan, Build a Kit”. Remember to stay vigilant, and report any suspicious activity to your Block Captain and McKinley Security (210 535-7623). May your summer be enjoyable and safe.
Community Center Update Neighborhood Watch Update
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The Mystic Shores Men’s Bible Study
Charles Swindoll’s
“Abraham”
Begins Thursday, June 9
10 a.m. at The Mystic
Shores Community Center
All interested, please contract:
Mark Snider [email protected]
210 452-4246
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‘JOY’ Morning Bible Studies
Begins Thursday, September 1
9:30 a.m. at The Mystic Shores Community Center
1. Lessons From the Upper Room
By Sinclair Ferguson What would it be like to spend five hours with Jesus the night before He was crucified? In the Farewell Discourses of John 13-17, our Lord spent close to that amount of time in a period that began with His washing the disciples’ feet and ended with his High Priestly Prayer. In this series, Dr. Ferguson explains these chapters in order to bring us into a greater knowledge of our Savior.
Followed by
2. What Did Jesus Do?
Understanding The Work of Christ By R. C. Sproul
When Jesus approached John the Baptist to be baptized, John initially objected. But Jesus responded by saying that it was necessary “to fulfill all righteousness.” (Matthew 3:15). Why was this act – and others like it – so important? In this teaching series, Dr. Sproul uncovers what it means for Christ to be the “second Adam” – and what this means for believers today. Questions – contact Lou Wood at 830 935-4846
For Your Information . . .
Summer Fellowship
Monday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m. Mystic Shores Community Center
Guest Speaker
Channel Williams author of Pieces 2 Peace
Monday, August 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Mystic Shores Community Center
“Reversing the Thunder” DVD
By Anne Graham Lotz
Please R.S.V.P. Shirley Reed and if you would like to bring
snacks to share. [email protected]
We hope to see you there!
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Thank You ACC!
By: Anne Teeling
I am very proud of our ACC and its accomplishments. It has been a privilege and an honor to be the Board liaison for this committee for the past two years and to serve on the committee before then. During the past year, Shirley Jones and John Quattlebaum have served as co-liaisons. ACC Purposes. Our ACC represents the interests of our Property Owners Association. This includes:
§ Reviewing and approving plans as provided by the Mystic Shores DCCRs and Architectural and Site Design Guidelines;
§ Using best efforts to ensure an attractive, compatible and aesthetically pleasing community; helping to create and maintain a positive impact on Mystic Shores property values; and
§ Periodically amending and updating the Design Guidelines as appropriate.
Committee Members. Ten of our neighbors currently serve as hard-working volunteers on our ACC. On average, each member monitors two Mystic Shores Units and 13 projects per year; and volunteers about eight hours per week. This includes weekly meetings and monitoring their assigned units and projects each week. Committee members are a diverse group, with different points of view, who work well together to benefit the entire Mystic Shores community. How much building activity is going on in Mystic Shores? This is a frequently asked question. The ACC continues to be very busy. During 2015, the ACC received applications for 26 new residences and 127 other projects. As of December 31, 2015, there were approximately 560 residences completed in Mystic Shores, with an additional 29 under construction. These statistics do not include projects in the Peninsula, which has its own ACC. There has been a similar level of activity so far in 2016.
Design Guidelines Update. The ACC and Board began working on amendments to the Design Guidelines in 2015 and completed the assignment in 2016. A marked copy of the Design Guidelines was posted on the Association’s website for two weeks for community comments. Because the amendments
were fairly minor, only four comments were received. The final Design Guidelines were approved at the March 21 Board Meeting and have been filed in the Comal County real property records. Planning to make changes to your lot or residence? Please remember that all exterior changes to your property require ACC approval under the Mystic Shores DCCRs. Two exceptions are if you are making repairs to an already approved and existing structure, or if you are making minor changes to or replacing existing landscaping with similar materials. Additionally, contractor signs are not permitted in Mystic Shores, except for a general contractor/builder sign on new residence construction sites. Before starting work, whether construction or removal, please check the DCCRs, Sections 9.1 and 9.4, to determine if an application needs to be filed.
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Ø Texas Political Signs Guidelines: o 90 days before an election and all must be
removed by 10 days after o Do not post any signs or notices on or
within right of ways, electric poles, traffic signs, or mailboxes.
Ø Boats and RV’s must not be stored in driveways.
Ø Planning to make changes to your lot or the exterior of your residence?
o Before starting work, check the DCCR’s, Sections 9.1 and 9.4. This should help you determine if an application is required. All documents governing construction requirements and restrictions in Mystic Shores are available on the Mystic Shores POA website at: http://www.mysticshorespoa.com. Look on the menu for “POA Documents.”
Architectural Committee Update
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By: Bud Templin
We’ve been busy! What with storm damage and our management company’s limited response capabilities due to their own storm damage which required them to move facilities, our members have been especially active. We have been not only identifying needed maintenance and repair, but in some cases actively pitching in to get things done.
Although the Mystic Shores common areas sustained relatively minor damage, we did see a few high-cost items needing repair before summer activities begin:
§ The sunshades at Dodder Pool were destroyed and will be replaced.
§ Furniture at Dodder Pool was destroyed by water damage and has been replaced
§ The windscreens at the tennis courts will be repaired or replaced as necessary.
§ Flowerbeds along 306 were washed out in places. The beds will be modified in deference to Mother Nature.
§ The North Pavilion sustained damage and will be repaired.
§ Several windows in the Community Center are being replaced.
§ The North entrance flag pole was blown down and will be replaced
So, it’s kudos time for special effort by some of our members:
§ First, special thanks to Jerry and Carolyn Besselman for inspecting and creating “punch lists” to get the pools and parks back in shape before opening.
§ To Jerry Besselman, Larry Litzmann, Clay Blanton and Graham Aiken for their many hours of puzzling, investigation and then coordination of four different contractors to finally get the South entrance fountain running properly.
§ To Dan Gayle for coming up with the idea and then installing reflectors at the front entrances so we can now avoid hazards as we enter the community at night.
§ To Dan Jones for his voluntary “extra” mowing of Shoreline Park to keep it usable.
§ Finally, to the entire Team for their diligence in identifying, reporting, and responding to the common area needs throughout this year’s Texas storm season.
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§ (Interesting – “storm season” and “Texas”
aren’t words normally seen together).
Finally, a word of courtesy: The trash barrels at the mail box areas were put there to allow us to deposit junk mail so we don’t have to take it home. They are not for cleaning out our cars or bringing excess trash from home. Doing so not only inconveniences our neighbors, but also costs the association more to have them emptied more frequently. Besides, in legal terms, its called “Theft of Service;” which is a misdemeanor crime.
Flag Pole on the North Side of Highway 306 after a recent storm.
Maintenance Committee Update
10.8OftheMasterDCCR'sstates:
"Nuisance.Itshallbetheresponsibilityofeachownerandoccupanttopreventthedevelopmentofanyunclean,
unhealthy,unsightly,orunkemptconditiononhisorherproperty."
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EGG HUNT PARTY By: Janet Ryan and Diane Kunz
Neither wind nor rain was able to stop the Social Committee from providing an Easter Egg Hunt Party for the children and grandchildren of Mystic Shores’ residents! The party was quickly moved to the Community Center, residents were notified of the change of venue, and many helpful residents came to help the Social Committee members set up for a wonderful Easter party! As a result, nearly 40 children and more than 60 adults enjoyed games, hot dogs, PBJ, popcorn and candy. The Committee appreciates the parents who contributed fruit for the children. The Committee also appreciates the kind comments of the parents who thanked us for our efforts in making this party happen!
Younger children hunted eggs in the Community Center, and older children hunted eggs outside behind the Center. It turned out to be a sunny, breezy and wonderful day, and everyone had a good time. The Committee would like to thank the adults who volunteered to play games with the children and hide the eggs. Mr. Easter Bunny was Reagan Mott. Parkar Mott, Kaitlyn Mott, Brooklyn Manahan, and Nati Johns hid the eggs for the eager egg hunters. A good time was had by all.
Social Committee (continued from Page 1)
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Tony Taboada Concert By: Janet Ryan
It has been said that music brings people together. That certainly happened on Saturday, April 30, as 80 Mystic Shores residents gathered in the Community Center for wonderful food and great music! On the Friday night before the concert, many residents suffered hail damage to their homes and yards; but despite that tragedy, residents brought amazing food and put worries behind them and enjoyed some toe-tapping music.
The Social Committee has said many times that Mystic Shores residents are great cooks, and that was proven again as we feasted that night. The committee had set up chairs and tables on the deck behind the Community Center so folks could eat together and enjoy a nice breeze.
Tony Taboada and his quartet (Tony Taboada, Evan Arrendondo, Art Kidd, and Laura Mordecai) had us all dancing in our chairs with their lively music. The quartet was also joined by trombonist Michael Mordecai for some rousing music. Some local talents even joined in for some strumming and singing. Everyone enjoyed the talents of The Mystics: Carolyn Besselman, Ted Searles, Paul Branch, Chuck McLouth, and Hugh Coleman.
After the concert, many residents joined the Social Committee as the tables, chairs, and food were cleaned up. The Social Committee wants to thank members of the Community Center Committee for their help in setting up for the concert, and we really appreciate the help of the men who helped set up tables, take down tables, and return chairs brought from the Pavilion for this event. It takes a lot of effort to have an event like this one.
It also takes a great Committee leader (Lou Wood), a great committee, and the help of every person who attended. We had all of that!
Social Committee (continued)
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.
Meet Winston
By: Famia J. Magaña
Meet Winston. On almost any day of the week, this Mystic Shores resident may be seen being chauffeured throughout the community by his loyal caretaker and driver. Well known by his signature friendly grin and wide-eyed wink, he eagerly occupies the shotgun seat of his limousine to look out over the scenic Hill Country terrain that serves as his royal kingdom. He gets excited to observe the many wildlife inhabitants of Mystic Shores that scamper across the roadways as he is being taken along the route to his daily neighborhood destinations at the mailboxes and the Lake Park.
Sometimes referred to as “The Mighty Winston,” his namesake was Sir Winston Churchill. It is not farfetched to imagine Winston with a cigar between his lips. Alas, however, he does not smoke. Normally a quiet personality, when he speaks in what may sound like a growl, his voice echoes great authority and demands respect. Keenly observant, Winston is always watching what is going on in Mystic Shores from the vantage point of his rolling throne. The Neighborhood Watch Committee gladly welcomed the Mighty Winston as an honorary member since he is quite the watch dog. The Marines have “Chesty”. The University of Georgia has “Uga”. Mystic Shores has Winston…our very special “Devil Dog”.
WinstonandhischauffeurDavidManning
Are You My Mother? By: Famia J. Magaña
“What is that in the corner of the patio?” my husband asked on a dreary Saturday afternoon recently. We pressed our noses against the window to get a closer look. To everyone’s amazement, it was a sleeping fawn. Sooooo cute!! By all estimates, it was a newborn and the first fawn we’d seen this season. We had no idea how or when it wandered up the hill, across the lawn, then walked up three steps to fall asleep at our back door. We vaguely remembered seeing a doe meandering around behind the pool earlier. It was exciting to watch for movement of this little creature. Then suddenly, the little one stood up and wobbled unsteadily around the patio until getting cornered by the BBQ grill. With no way out, the fawn nosed around a potted plant twice its size until it found the steps down and onto the pool deck.
“Oh no!”, my husband shouted as he and my daughter pushed open the back door and ran to the water’s edge. The baby had fallen into the pool!! It was a matter of life and death. Hubby tried to grab the fawn, but failed. It was crying, as if to say, “Please help me”. Thankfully, though, a second rescue attempt by my daughter was successful. A strategic scoop and the little one was out of the water. With a couple quick shakes, it shed the cold water then looked up with those adorable little doe eyes as if to say, “Are you my Mother?” It followed my daughter and husband around and would not stay on the grass. Finally, the little one got tired and laid down to nap at the edge of the lawn in a patch of wildflowers. What a relief. Within the hour, the real momma appeared to reclaim our little visitor. It nursed, and then disappeared into the wilderness. What a great day in Mystic Shores when we got to experience nature up close and personal.
Profile on Mystic Shores Residents
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2016 Mystic Shores Annual Meeting and Luncheon
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