August 2011 6302 Harper Place NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109 Phone: (505) 821-0818 Fax: (505)

821-6509

Emergency Maintenance: 505-315-7194

Manager: Angie Martinez Maintenance: Eric Barber Service Coordinator: Patsy Silva Newsletter: Gil Davis Email: Brentwood Gardens: brentwood@monarchnm.com Newsletter: bgnewsletter@gmail.com

Managers Corner
First, I want to thank everyone for not overworking Eric & Debbie while I was on vacation. Can you believe it is already August? Try to stay cool since August is our hottest month. Remember to stay cool. Keep your thermostat at, no lower than, 72 degrees and have it set on "Auto" to get the best out of your air conditioner. Don't forget to drink a lot of liquids (water, iced tea, lemonade, etc.), wear hats and sunscreen and take an umbrella for rain or shine. And remember that your pets are affected by the heat, as well. Please know that I want everyone here to truly enjoy their homes. If you have any issues, problems or concerns, please report them to the office so that we can try to get them resolved as quickly as possible. I hope everyone has a wonderful month. "Happiness resides not in possessions and not in gold; the feeling of happiness dwells in the soul." -Democritus Angie Martinez Property Manager Brentwood Gardens 505-821-0818

From the Editor

Greetings to you all from the southeast side (of the complex, that is). We made it to August and only another month and a half before it starts getting cool again, or so we hope. And then winter. Brrrr. Were not happy when its hot nor happy when its cold. We just need to order up some 60s and 70s temps and keep em that way! Of course, if that were to happen, it would be the largest city in the United States! So, we just have to enjoy a couple of months in spring and another couple in fall. Hey, if you lived in Phoenix, youd be enduring 115 during the day and 95 at night. Be glad youre in Albuquerque! Facebook. See I finally said it. We now have an official site on Facebook. You mean you dont know what that is? First, for those of you who do, just do a search for Brentwood Gardens Newsletter from Facebook and itll pop right up. Press the Like button near the top and youll be an official member. You can share all kinds of news and info with others on our BG page. And as the popularity of it grows, well include more and more up-to-date stuff, plus you can share things that may actually go in the printed newsletter. Do a search for Solar Villa News and youll see our sister complex...theres a similar newsletter for them. Look forward to seeing you there! Gil

Around the Gardens

Matthew is taking TWO Wednesdays off this month since he couldnt find anyone to take his place on bread day in July. Those days will be the 24th and the 31st. If you can and would like to help, let him know on one the three Wednesday bread days that hell be there in the rec room. Matthew would really appreciate it.

MOBILE FOOD PANTRY Yes, it time already - to be exact on August 2nd. I know its pretty hot to be sitting on the south side to wait for commodities. I am suggesting that you line up on the shady side (the north side) and when pantry doors open, I will go out to let you know that it is time to come in. Brentwood has been pretty lucky the past few pantries to be able to receive meats and other meat items because at Solar Villa for the past two pantries we have not gotten any meat items at all! I have spoken to the powers that be about this and they told me that many places are no longer receiving meat items, as well. I just wanted to pass on this information to you in case we experience a delivery this month without the meat items. All the other items still seem to be good food items, so it is still a worthwhile program to bring to the community. LUNCH BUNCH "BRUNCH" I just want to thank all the folks who came out to enjoy the pancake breakfast that was held on July 19th - it was a great success and of course, we had some pretty great chefs as well (thats why the pancakes were better than IHOP - I think so anyway!). Thank you to our chefs, Gil Davis and Deb Conway and from Solar Villa, Gay Brown and Jeff Teitler for their efforts in making it all happen! We had such a great time that we are thinking already of when we will do this again. Lunch Bunch is a great way to sit and enjoy a meal and socialize with one another. We will be starting this up again in September so watch your newsletter for the next date. (Patsy did some cooking, too! - Gil) MY SCHEDULE August is usually a month of conferences for me and this year is no different. I have two conferences this month that are mandatory to attend and will not be at Brentwood. The dates are Tuesday, August 23 and then the entire week beginning August 29th. I will have my cell phones with me, but since I am in classes all day I might not be able to get back to you as

quickly I normally would. If you need some assistance with anything, you can leave me a written note thru the slot in the door. COMPUTER ASSISTANCE As many of you might be aware of, we have a resident at Brentwood who is a whiz at computers and how to use them. Of course that is Gil Davis - I am amazed at the knowledge he has about computers, so I asked him is he would be willing to conduct some "one-on-one" sessions with any resident who would like to learn to use the computers in the office. Even if you would just like to learn more on accessing information, setting up an email account for doing Facebook, etc. These computer training classes will be held on Aug. 9th and Aug. 22nd both from 1:00 - 2:00pm in my office. I will be posting some sign up sheets in the office so you can sign up for a 30 minute "one-on-one" training. Please don't be afraid of learning something new - these are VERY friendly computers with big letters and big screens. BIRTHDAY PARTIES This was done at Brentwood a few years back and I like to try to bring this back once again. I have not set up a date yet, but will soon. The supplier of the cake will be Heritage Home Healthcare and Hospice. They will be here with cake for everyone and of course they will be letting you know of their services. You are under no obligation to sign up, but the cake is for everyone to enjoy!! More information will be following. YARD SALE Hopefully there are still some of the residents who have odds and ends to try to sell - Friday, August 5th will be another day to set up your items to sell in the Recreation Room. The time you set up is up to you but you must starting cleaning up at 4pm. We also need someone to volunteer to make signs and put them in appropriate places so that the public can come check out the sale as well.
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Submit your recipes to the Office, Patsy, Gil, or just post it on Facebook!
August 3rd is National Watermelon Day and in honor of that tasty fruit, this may help you pick out the perfect specimen. When you break open your melon, you shouldnt be disappointed if you follow these tips. First, look beyond its appearance. Unlike some fruit, you cant rely on your sense of sight to determine if youre about to buy a nice, ripe, juicy watermelon. You also have to call on your sense of sound and your sense of smell. Watermelons, no matter what variety, have a particular sound when you knock on them. A ripe watermelon will give you a thud sound when you knock on it with your knuckles. Hold the watermelon close to your ear by cradling it in one arm, then knock on it with your opposite hand; like youre knocking on a door. You should hear a dull sound, not a high ringing sound. Do this to several watermelons until you get the sound that doesnt resonate a lot; it sort of disappears into the watermelon. This may not make any sense until you actually thump a few. A ripe watermelon has a very distinctive scent. After you choose your melon with the right sound, you need to use your sense of smell to finalize the deal. Take your watermelon away from the bin so your nose isnt confused by the scent of the other melons. Get your nose close to its end and sniff. You should get a delicious watermelon scent. If youve smelled too many, walk over to the coffee aisle and do the old wine tasting trick. Clear your nostrils with a whiff of coffee scent, wait a minute, then sniff your watermelon once again. Now that you know how to tell if a watermelon is ripe, dive right into that beautiful pile at your grocery store or farmers market, bring it home, and enjoy!

Watermelon Salad
Ingredients 2 small watermelons 1 (15 ounce) can canned diced pineapple (drained) 1 pound seedless grapes 2 apples - peeled, cored and chopped 2 bananas, cut into bitesized pieces Directions Cut each watermelon in half lengthwise. Hollow out the insides using a melon baller, reserving

rind for later use. Drain pineapple, and discard juice. Cut apples in half, remove cores, and cut into bite sized pieces. Peel banana, and slice in to bite sized pieces. Rinse grapes under cold running water, and pat dry. In a bowl, toss together the watermelon balls, pineapple, apple, banana chunks, and grapes. Divide fruit salad among the 4 reserved watermelon "bowls," and serve. Feel free to experiment and add other summer fruits like strawberries and blueberries, or even top it with ice cream!
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Traveling With Your Pet When possible, prepare your pet by gradually exposing it to elements or sequences of the trip and then practice departures. If your pet is not used to traveling, brief frequent trips will help acclimate your pet. As long as your pet's basic comforts are attended to, the trip should go well. For short trips, remove food at least two hours before starting a trip. For longer trips, remove food several hours before the trip. You may feed your pet after the trip. Offer small amounts of water until an hour before travel. Depending on the length of the trip, water bowls can be left in the carrier or not. Play with your pet or engage it in some kind of positive interaction before you leave home. If your pet is well exercised before it is confined, it will be more comfortable. Make sure your dog has a long walk or your cat has enough time to use the litter before its confinement. Most pets become adjusted to travel with frequent travel opportunities. They may feel more secure if they are confined to a sturdy and wellventilated carrier. Cats and small or medium dogs may learn to travel in pet carriers designed for travel. Large dogs, for example, may be confined behind special gates that section off the back of a motor vehicle. Have your pet's general health evaluated by a veterinarian well in advance of an anticipated trip, not at the last minute. Vaccinations should be updated. If you are going overseas, your veterinarian may be able to advise you regarding reports of pet health problems prevalent at your destination and check the embassy or consulate for information on any documents or special vaccinations that your pet will require. Have these with you at the veterinary appointment since a signature may be required to clear your pet's health status for customs officials. If you are traveling within the USA, ask your vet if there are any diseases in the area you will

visit that are a threat to your pet's health. When you return, take in a stool sample for analyses in case your pet has acquired any intestinal or other parasites. Fear and anxiety during travel Regardless of the mode of transportation, several behavior problems may arise because of fear. Fear may cause hyperexcitability and agitation, hyperventilation, vocalization, attempts to escape or hide, aggressiveness, nausea, vomiting, defecation and urination. Destruction to the interior of your car or pet carrier may indicate fear or anxiety, particularly if the pet is isolated from you. Fearful responses to travel may worsen or remain relatively constant over time. Your pet may become fearful before a trip if it learns to recognize signs of impending departures or can even show effects after travel. Sedatives and tranquilizers Tranquilizers or sedatives intended to ease your pet's fear should be reserved for pets that suffer from extreme fear or anxiety during travel, and should only be used at your veterinarian's recommendation. Many times a simple medication for nausea or anxiety is all that is required.

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Summer in Hawaii
These are fish you might find while youre scuba diving in Hawaii!

N A E B K U A K O A A E K P N N A M T S

K K L O N O A L K G ' N K W K T E A A E

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Word List
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Birthstone: Peridot Birth Flowers: Gladiola & Poppy

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