OYEN LODGE: Enjoying warm winter weather

“There is only one happiness in this life: to love and be loved.”

By Dianne Spath

Hello, everyone. Sorry there was no news last week; I was away, so I will combine the two weeks together. Everyone is enjoying the nice, warm winter weather—surprising for February.

Unfortunately, there isn’t any snow left, but winter isn’t over yet, and I’m sure there will be a few surprises in the next few months.

Oyen Lodge residents and staff celebrated National Wear Red Day!

The Lodge celebrated a couple of milestone birthdays this past week. Maxine Girletz turned 95 years-young.

The Lodge celebrated a couple of milestone birthdays this past week. Evelyn Mills turned 95 years-young.

On Monday, Jan. 26th, there was card playing in the morning and bingo in the afternoon. On Tuesday, there was Church led by Father Rodell and the regular bus run downtown for shopping. On Wednesday, the residents played cards, and there was Church led by Brad. Taylor Neilson was at the Lodge and played piano before supper. On Thursday and Friday, there was some card playing and card bingo. In the evening, there was music by Jorgenson’s.

On Monday, February 2nd, there were exercises followed by a one-on-one Scrabble game. In the afternoon, there was bingo. Congrats to Jean Olds, who had a bingo on I29 and doubled her winnings. It’s nice to have my work experience girls back for the next semester; they are both very helpful with my activities and decorating. Monday was Groundhog Day, and apparently, we have six more weeks of winter. Happy 95th Birthday to Maxine Girletz on February 2nd.

On Tuesday, the morning started with exercises and the regular bus run downtown for shopping. Catholic Church was led by Father Rodell at 10:30. In the afternoon, there was Pub Hour, where refreshments were served along with snacks. Wednesday morning started with crossword games and decorating for Valentine’s Day. In the afternoon, there were shuffleboard games followed by the Resident Council Meeting. Happy 95th Birthday to Evelyn Mills on February 4th.

On Thursday morning, there were exercises and dominoes. In the afternoon, there was a one-on-one visit with a resident to do some baking. We made banana bread, carrot muffins, and some chocolate Valentine cakes. On Friday morning, there were horse races. Horse #1, Poncho, and Horse #2, Mariah, tied for first place. In the afternoon, there was bingo. In the evening, there was music by Jorgenson’s. Friday was National Wear Red Day, and some of the staff and residents were dressed in red to match the theme for the Valentine’s décor. Happy Birthday to Todd Knull on Feb. 8th.

The Oyen Lodge would like to welcome new residents, Brent and Carla Stammers.

Hope everyone has a great Valentine’s week. Spread love everywhere you go.

“Love doesn’t make the world go round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile.”