by Armand Gutierrez, President
Sometime during a moonless night and in the wee hours of the morning when all was calm and quiet our neighborhood was the scene of new, albeit strange, neighbors that moved in and established their paradoxical presence. My initial thoughts were that they looked friendly and not much different from the rest of us on the block. Well, maybe there were a few differences, but certainly not enough to be overly concerned. I know people are leaving California for greener pastures, less taxes, and affordable homes. But these folks must have decided that this is where they want to make a home. Let me know if you see any strangers in your neighborhood.
La Niña – Friend or Foe?
I’ve been asked by my non-skiing buddies whether there will be snow this year, and my reply is: “Yes, there will be snow, but maybe not as much as I’d like.” The fact is there will always be snow in the Tahoe region, but let’s face it – some years are better than others. This winter we’re getting La Niña for the third season in a row, not quite a rarity but it does happen. La Nina is not our friend. It will force the jet stream a little farther north of us and inundate Canada, Washington and then drop down over Idaho, Wyoming and Colorado. The Tahoe region will get snow, but perhaps not as much as we’d like. Heck, it has to snow because my Epic Pass arrived in the mail this week.
NSC Pickleball Event – Saturday, 29 October
Jeanne Katsuro is hosting the Pickleball event and is encouraging all beginner and intermediate players to take part in a one-hour instruction period, followed by one-hour of free playtime. Jeanne has secured four private courts at the Saratoga County Club just for NSC members and friends. Following the Pickleball event everyone is invited to the Golden Dragon restaurant for dinner.
2023 NSC Ski Week to Breckenridge
The Breckenridge trip is full. Well, not exactly. There are airline seats and condos available; however, I’m going to hold off on accepting additional people unless a condo unit can be filled with four people. So, if you haven’t signed up for this trip then now is the time to fill out the application and get your checkbook out as well. Also, the final payment is due 10 October.
QotM: To grow a beautiful rose you must shovel a lot of manure – Max Klinger
