TUESDAY activities

Well, there's something for just about everyone tomorrow!  If you're looking for something to do, here are some options:

*Ventana Ward Relief Society Temple trip - Tuesday, November 1st - 10am session (for endowed sisters with current recommends)

*Park Days - EVERY Tuesday with nice weather - 10am at the Ventana West Park at the rotary (round-about) - for moms with kiddos at home and/or any ladies who want to just meet up at the park to chat and enjoy this FABULOUS weather!!

*Ventana Ward Temple Assignment - Tuesday, November 1st - the sign up sheet was blank at the end of church yesterday.  They need 3 ladies and 3 men to do initiatories at 5:30pm.  Arrive 30 minutes early.  Contact me if you intend to fill the assignment.

All assuming we make it past tonight, right?  Happy Halloween!
~Michelle C/Ventana Ward RS
michechapman(at)gmail(dot)com

Machine Quilting?

Hey does anyone know of someone who does machine quilting or somewhere to get it done? And about how much it costs? Just want to check out some options...thanks!
crescentmarchant(at)gmail(dot)com

Blood Drive

The young single adults have organized a blood drive for their F.H.E, and have opened it to everyone in the Ventana area. The date is November 7th from 6pm to 9pm. It will be at the Ventana Chapel. There are many appointment slots open, but they would like to assign you an appointment so that they can have enough people to draw your blood, and you're not waiting around. The YSA's have done this a few times before with great success. Please call me, comment here, or email me at jaezbrown(at)gmail(dot)com if you are interested. Someone will get in contact with you to assign you a time. Thanks! Angela B.

Contractor?

I need a contractor to install a sliding glass door at my house. Does anyone have a good recommendation? Please email me if you do martinnwnm5 at gmail dot com.

Thanks!!!!

Breaking Dawn

I can't imagine a more fun way to spend an evening than sitting with screaming adolescents while watching a movie with bad acting, worse special effects, and of course, werewolves and vampires.

Who's with me? Let's buy tickets! Let's go to the new theatre in Rio Rancho!

Team Jacob for life!

Email me if you're in: tim(dot)sara(dot)rauch(at)gmail(dot)com.

Chick Fil A Super Super Hero Night!!!

Did you know that tonight was Super Super Hero night at Chick Fil A??? If your child dresses as a super hero he/she will get a free kids meal. They will have tons of stuff going on and someone who actually worked on the Green Lantern will be there. Sorry for the late notice, I just remembered and couldn't find any info online. I just called them and they said it goes from 5:30-7:30. I am not sure if it is all the Chick Fil A's, I called the one on Ellison. See you there!

Hapari Swimwear Clearance

Hi Ladies,

I got an e-mail with a coupon code to take 60% off of anything at Hapari.com.   I like their swimwear because its long enough and they have higher waisted bottoms so your mid-section doesn't hang out!

Coupon Code:  Fall60

Just thought I would pass it on.

Kellie W.

Ventana Ward RS Temple morning

Hi Ladies,
Let's try this again.  I plan to do another temple session on November 1st at 10am.  All endowed sisters with current recommends are invited.  Hope to see ya there!  If you want to carpool, e-mail me at michechapman(at)gmail(dot)com

Since I was the only one who went last time, please let me know if there is some way to make it more convenient.  Does afternoon work better?  I don't mind that I was the only one who went, but the point is to make it easier for sisters to attend the temple with a friend.  I can go pretty much anytime I want by myself, so, let me know if you have suggestions for a different day or time for future months.  (We'll stick with November 1st at 10am for this one.)   I can't cut into the evenings because of my own kids' schedules, and I feel that weekends should be left for couples to go, but I'm open to different weekdays/times.  If you ARE interested in being part of this group, and want to build an e-mail list so we can chat about it, send me a note at the e-mail address above.

Thanks!
Michelle C

In need of a Babysitter

I am looking for a babysitter for my kids this Saturday at 7:00pm.  Anyone know someone?

Baby girl Stuff

Any body need some baby girl stuff?  I have 3 cute winter sleepers size 12 months in super condition.  One that's 9 months and cotton, not the thick fuzzy stuff.  There are also three onsies, a summer dress with sun hat, and seven little bibs that are cloth on top/plastic on the back.  My mother had them for my niece that she watches. 

Cleaning out my magazines

I have a stack of magazines--Ensigns, New Era, Runner's World, and Skating that I'd like to get rid of. I think all are from within the last year. If anyone would like them they're yours. I'm in the directory, or email debbie at thewagers dot org.

book club info

Here's the lineup for the next 2 months. Any volunteers to discuss or host the meeting send me an email.
November: Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson
December: Snow Flower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See

Other books discussed/recommended last night
The Bloody Jack young adult series- historical fiction about pirates, sailing on the seas, etc.
Cutting for Stone by Voorhies- twins are born to a Nun in Ethiopia
Madam Tousaud- historical fiction about the woman and the wax museum and French culture
Pope Joan- historical fiction about the rise of Christiandom in Europe and the power of women

Mall Deals

Yesterday when I was at the mall I found 2 great deals. At Bath and Body Works they have their Halloween stuff at 75% off. There wasn't alot left, but they had the antibacterial pocket bacs for 37 cents each. Also, JCPenny had some of their backpacks at $1.97. They were mostly plain or boyish. They were not character backpacks. They had some X Games over the shoulder sling backpacks in that sale. Go here to see one style they had. They had tons so if you are looking for a back up backpack for your junior high school er whose first backpack ripped 2 weeks into school because the thing weighed 50pounds, this would be the deal for you. Or me truthfully. Happy Shopping!

Prince of Egypt

Does anyone have this movie my husband can borrow for seminary?  Thanks!

-Kristie

Pumpkin Recipes

Hey Ladies!!

Here are some of the recipes from our October Pumpkin Rendezvous! Some new. Some classic. Try them out. It's that time of year!!

Stef B...aka me...made Pumpkin Chili.
Jenny C. made  Roast Pumpkin Lasagna.
Amy H. made Pumpkin Bread.
Crescent made Pumpkin Coconut Bread.
Susan T. made Pumkin Whoopie Pies with Cream Cheese Filling (Oh. My. Gosh. These were so good.)

Next month we are doing soups. Any kind. Bethany O. is going to host it at her house, Nov. 15 at 12:30pm. Find your favorite recipe or a brand new one, whip it up, and come enjoy good food and great company!

See ya next month!

Homes for Rent?

I am trying to help a friend who is new to this area find a home to rent in either the Ventana or Volcano Cliffs ward. If you know of anything available in your neighborhood, please call or email me. They are having a hard time finding something that will work for them. They are looking for 2700ish square feet. I'm in the Ventana ward directory or you can email me at anmfrost (at) hotmail (dot) com. Thanks so much!

Monique F.

Stories in the Sky

Hey all you mommies with kids from 0-6.  I wish I knew about this before my youngest took off to kindergarten. The Albuquerque Balloon Museum offers free story time every Wed from 9:30 to 10:15.  It looks like a free event and then you get to tour the museum afterward.  Anyway, just an idea to get out of the house as the weather turns colder.  Here's the link:

http://www.balloonmuseum.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1236&Itemid=293

Blink this Thursday

Book Club meets this Thursday night at 7:30 at Michelle C's home to discuss "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell.
Hope to see you there!

B-Natal Candy

I have a box of B-Natal candy...its supposed to help with morning sickness. I would love to hand them over to anyone who wants them. Please email me at sbikhazi(at)gmail(dot)com.

Where can I find beaded trim?

Hi ladies!

We're looking for beaded trim for Naomi's Halloween costume. We've checked JoAnn and Hancock, but they don't have anything that's just what we want. Any ideas where else we should look?

Thanks,
Debbie W.

Free Crib

Hi Ladies,

Jill H. in VC ward has a FREE crib to give away before she moves to Utah this coming Saturday (BOO!)

But if you are interested call her....897-4726.....she told me to post her # since she will only have it another 5 days!!!

Its a darker brown crib, older style but in good condition.

PULTE GROUP - ROOF WARRANTY INFORMATION

I don't know if everyone received this email from the VRW homeowners association, so I am posting it as a reference. I don't own a Pulte home, but I have shown some that have severe roof leak issues in VRW. I am pleasantly surprised to see Pulte take responsibility for this problem.

PULTE GROUP - ROOF WARRANTY INFORMATION
Date: 9/20/2011


For those VRW Residents that own a Pulte Group Home and have concerns about your roofing, you may schedule an appointment with Pulte Warranty Agent. The email address is NMXCustomerSvc@Pulte.com <mailto:NMXCustomerSvc@Pulte.com> or the area Representative in Albuquerque is Jacky Walker 505-341-8548. Below is additional information received from Pulte Group regarding the Warranty Inspection/Emergency/Longevity process:

New Mexico Residents: Please e-mail us with your availability according to the Region you are in. A Warranty Agent will confirm all scheduled appointments. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response. Please note if this is after hours and you have one of the emergencies listed below please call 505-761-9606 option 1 for assistance.

The warranty process begins with an inspection from our field representatives for your warranty items. This appointment will be available according to your designated regions warranty schedule. The service appointment will be set the following week on the same designated day for all inspected items found warrantable. Inspections and scheduled work will be scheduled 8-12 P.M. or 12-4 P.M. time frames on the specific day designated for your regional area.

Please note scheduling on a specific day for your area ensures a more efficient service to meet your homes needs.

Monday: Santa Fe (for the first year following closing)
Tuesday: Santa Fe (beyond one year after closing)
Wednesday: Alegria, Sagewood, Loma Encantado, Loma Colorado (for the first year following closing)
Thursday: Cabezon, Camino Crossing, Toscana, Ventana Ranch, Storm Cloud, Loma Colorado (beyond one year after closing)
Friday: Fiesta, Huning Ranch, Presidio

Any communities not listed will be scheduled with the closest regional area.

Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico Residents: Emergencies

Emergencies can and will happen and PulteGroup is here for our customers. Emergencies are classified as concerns that are life threatening or resulting in a residence being inhabitable. Please note the following are considered an emergency per your warranty coverage:

Total Loss of Cooling outside temp >90 degrees*

 Total Loss of Heating outside temp <60 degrees*

*not emergency if only 1 of 2 units is functioning

 Gas Leak

 Water leak of a supply line inside the home requiring main water shut off

 Total Stoppage and back –up of plumbing sewer system * within 30 days of closing

 Total loss of electrical service or hazardous exposure to electricity

The following are not considered emergencies as they can only be addressed during normal business hours.

Roof Leaks (we can only send roofers under safe weather conditions)

Garage Door Concerns

Plumbing leaks that do not require the main water to be shut off

Appliances

Irrigation Leaks

If you do have a leak please take measures to negate damages until service is available.

Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico Residents: Warranty Coverage

PulteGroup is dedicated to bringing you the highest quality in every aspect of the homebuilding and homeowner experience. To help ensure that you are completely satisfied with your new home we made every effort to provide you with the best warranty coverage in the business. We have even included five years of protection against most types of leaks.

Here is a general outline of our current home’s warranty periods. Please refer to your warranty manual for the standards and exclusions specific for your home. Your home may have different warranty coverage depending on when you closed on your home.

* One year overall Construction coverage
* Materials
* Workmanship
* Two year Mechanical and Concrete coverage
* Concrete
* Gutters and downspouts
* Plumbing
* Heating and Cooling systems
* Electrical
* Ventilation
* Five year Leak coverage
* Windows and Skylights
* Bathtub and Shower
* Piping and Faucets
* Roof and Flashing
* Ten year Structural coverage
* Load bearing walls
* Beams
* Trusses
* Concrete foundations
* Footings

Please keep in mind a maintenance plan is essential to the warranty coverage. Simple routine items will ensure the longevity of your home.



Please click HERE <http://www.ventanaranchwest.com/vrw> to visit the Ventana Ranch West web site.

Smocking, Anyone?

My grandmother and mother are excellent smockers. I have wanted to learn for a long time. My grandmother bought me a book and gave me her pleater, but I need a teacher. Both my grams and mother live in California, and I don't go there often enough to get lessons. I am having trouble finding someone who smocks. If you do, or you know of anyone who does and would be interested in giving me some beginning lessons I would be so grateful! Just send me an email! carriejelmore@gmail.com

Thanks!

Busy Mom Book Club

Hey Ladies!

If you didn't get a chance to read last month's book, you should read it. It was outstanding. "Wildwood Dancing." Great book. No, really. It is good!!

This month we are going to read "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson.

For most of her life, sixteen-year-old Hattie Brooks has been shuttled from one distant relative to another. Tired of being Hattie Here-and-There, she summons the courage to leave Iowa and move all by herself to Vida, Montana, to prove up on her late uncle’s homestead claim. "At least now my letters will be more interesting," she writers to her good friend, Charlie, who is fighting the Kaiser in France.


Under the big sky, Hattie braves hard weather, hard times, a cantankerous cow, and her own hopeless hand at the cookstove. Her quest to make a home is championed by new neighbors Perilee Mueller, her German husband, and their children. For the first time in her life, Hattie feels part of a family, finding the strength to stand up against Traft Martin’s schemes to buy her out and against increasing pressure to be a "loyal" American at a time when anything—or anyone—German is suspect. Despite daily trials, Hattie continues to work her uncle’s claim until an unforeseen tragedy causes her to search her soul for the real meaning of home.


Lovingly stitched together from Kirby Larson’s own family history, and the sights, sounds and scents of a homesteading life, this young pioneer’s story celebrates the true spirit of independence.

It is a great, light, easy reading book, perfect for this time of year.
 
We will meet Nov. 8 at Jenny C. house. We will post the time later but it will be during the day. Hope to see you all there!
 
 
 

Pumpkin Recipe Group

Looking for some great new pumpkin recipes??? Come to the Recipe group this Tuesday at 12:30 and Amy H's house. This is the Amy H that is in the Volcano Cliffs Ward- since we have more than one Amy H. She lives in the lower Trails. Look in the directory for her address or email jsturner1@q (dot) com for an address. Bring your favorite pumpkin dish and recipe. I am making Pumpkin Whoopie Pies from the picture. I have heard there may be Pumpkin Chili, Pumpkin bread, Pumpkin cookies, Pie and maybe smoothies. Come and eat with us!!!!

*** This is for Ventana and Volcano Cliffs Wards.

Sewing Machine for Sale

Just letting you all know that I am selling my sewing machine. It is 3 years old and works great. It is a Bernette 65 for Bernina. I have really like it and would keep it, but I just inherited another sewing machine. You can see my check out my craigslist ad also. I am asking $175.00. It retails for $299. Email me at jennifer dot childers at gmail dot come if you are interested.

Free Bassinet

Hi Ladies,

I have  a FREE bassinet to give to someone in need of one.  I was given it by someone in the ward and now Sammy is getting too big.  Its white and navy blue with small polkadots.

Email me at kelliejh at yahoo dot com if you would like it!  Or call....my number is in the ward directory for the Volcano Cliffs ward!

Kellie W.

Customized FHE boards

My very talented sister makes adorable, customized FHE boards that I thought some of you may be interested in ordering for your home. Also, with Christmas just around the corner, these make great gifts!

Below are some pictures of sample boards.



The board is magnetic and the name squares can be moved. Obviously, the names on the magnetic squares will be customized for the family it is being made for. You can also choose from the following options:

Board colors
- Black
- Khaki
- White
(if requested, the boards can be distressed on the edges)

Font colors
- Black
- Dark Brown
- White

These are the ribbon choices:


Boards are $25.00 each. Please allow 2 weeks for boards to be made and delivered to you. All orders for Christmas gifts need to be placed before December 1st to allow ample time to complete and transport boards. If you are outside of the Albuquerque area there will be a shipping and handling charge of $5.00. Checks can be made payable to Kally Harding. I can be reached by phone at 505-239-5407 or
email at kmm0305@gmail.com.

extra balloon fiesta tickets!

I'm sure I'm not the only one, but, we bought advance tickets for balloon fiesta this week and with all the canceled events, we have ended up with extras.  I've got 4 extra tickets that will get you into any event.  At this point, I would feel bad even charging anyone for them because you could get there and have your event canceled for weather too.  Let me know by e-mail if you would like some or all of my extra.
michechapman(at)gmail(dot)com   or look me up in the Ventana directory and give me a ring :)
thanks!  Let's all PRAY for clear and still skies for the rest of the weekend!!!
~Michelle C.

The Busy Mom Book Club: Wildwood Dancing

Yeah, so I forgot to post this about a month ago....gulp.

Nevertheless, we are going to meet Thurs. Oct. 13 at 12:30-1:45ish at my house (Stef Burns). If you need the address just email me stef.burns @ gmail.com.

We are going to bring in Pei Wei. So, I need you to send me your orders, I will buy it and you can pay me when you get to my place.

If you haven't read the book, no problem. Just come and chat. If you have, didn't you just love it? Oh, wait...we will talk about it Thursday. You're awesome.

See ya!

Need A Neighborhood Babysitter?

My neighbor, Debbie Campbell is accepting new children for her home daycare. She has 9+ years of experience and is very reasonably priced. Give her a call at 792-4448 for more information.

Craft Night Info.

If you are interested in coming to craft night (next Thursday the 13th around 7:30-8:00), here is some more information on what you need to bring if you're want to make any of the crafts I have planned.  Feel free to do any/all/none of these.  Bring your own things you've been working on if you want.  If you don't like to craft, just come and enjoy some girl time! :)  And if you aren't even interested in girl time maybe you're interested in the goodies we'll be having!!

If you want to make any of the vinyl plates, bring any plate/charger of your choosing.  I found some great priced chargers at Hobby Lobby for $1.99 each.  (These are what I'm using.)  I have vinyl, so don't worry about that.  I can print out lots of different designs/sayings if you would like.

For spray painting the pumpkins (which is what I've decided to do) bring real or fake pumpkins in your preferred size.  (I'll be using real ones.)  I have white and black spray paint. 

The ornaments will probably be the most costly of all of the crafts, but to me they're totally worth it!  I get the clear ornaments from Hobby Lobby ($7.99 for 12 (use a 40% off coupon!)) as well as 2 acrylic paint colors that match your Christmas decorations.  Also, a cute bow of ribbon (wired is best) tops it all off.

If you have any questions, please email me at debrarivard(AT)hotmail(DOT)com.

Zumba

Zumba will be cancelled for tonight. See you guys next Thursday! :)

Washer/Dryer anyone?

We have a washer and dryer for sale. The pair is about 10 years old. The only service we've ever had on it was to replace a mechanism on the lid, and it's worked great ever since. It's not the largest capacity but it's not too small either. If you want to come look at it, let me know. We're going to ask $200 for the pair on Craig's list starting around the middle of the month. We would love it, though, if we could give it to someone who was in real need of it, for even less than that if needed. We would need someone to come pick it up to take it away. Our number is in the Ventana directory or email me at jaezbrown(at)gmail(dot)com Thanks! Angela

Zumba Tomorrow!

Hi Ladies!

Kellie Here, I will be teaching Zumba tomorrow for Kuliana.   A few things to know:

1st - The ventana building will be cleaned tomorrow, so we will have zumba at the STAKE CENTER, the building off of Ellison and Golf Course.

2nd - Rise and Shine!!!!  Zumba STARTS PROMPTLY AT 8:15 and will END at 9:00 (then you have the rest of the morning to run errands!).

3rd - I do not use weights, you can bring them and use them on your own if you wish!

Come and have fun, I am so excited to teach!

Check out Albuquerque West Stake Zumba on Facebook for add'l info ongoing! Like Us!

Kellie

VENTNA WARD RS TEMPLE DAY

Hi all,

Just a reminder that tomorrow, Tuesday, October 4th, will be our first Ventana Ward RS Temple day.  

We will attend the 10am session.  

Open to all endowed sisters with current temple recommends.  

See y'all there!

~Michelle C and Ventana RS presidency

(I suppose some of you Volcano Cliffs ladies could sneak in too if you like ;) )

Ventana West sod removal info.

Ladies who live in Ventana West have you heard that the HOA has made plans to remove the sod in the common areas around Ventana West.  It is in an effort to conservce water and the cost of waatering these areas.  Concern has been raised because of the board making this decision without informing the community first.  The sod removal has already happened in our subdivision, and one of our neighbors has taken action to try to stop the process.  He would like help through people voicing their opinions to the HOA personally, and signing a petition. 

If you would like info. about the areas that will be affected or the petition email me at abesego(at)msn(dot)com.