Kelly tours around the Village Loop Well, we’re in our sixth month of Weight Watchers. Each week we have cheers and moans at weigh-in, but we’ve learned that if you make a decent effort overall, you lose weight over time. At Jim’s memorial on Tuesday a weekend staffer we haven’t seen in a few months…
Remembering Jim
Kara & Jim at Lunch in the Pavilion Yesterday we had our memorial service for Jim, who died two weeks ago today. Jerry and I didn’t get back until after the funeral, and the staff wisely decided against encouraging all the Ranchers to go, since we would likely have overwhelmed the proceedings. We have…
Coming Home
Jerry and I went on a cruise in mid-November. We had a good time, but were stunned and heartbroken by the news of our colleague Jim’s death. I knew this would hit the Ranchers like a ton of bricks and longed to be with them at such a sad time. However, Phil assured me I could…
In Memory of Jim
Jerry and I just learned of the death of Jim Hooyboer, who has worked at the Ranch for the past few years. Jim was an esteemed and valued colleague and friend. More important, he was, at all times and in all circumstances, a true friend to each and every one of our Ranchers. They and…