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April

Legacy Reserve at Fairview Park
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538 Harrison Bridge Rd. | Simpsonville, SC 29680

April 1st, 2024

Resident´s Birthdays

David Stewart 13th
Doris McDonald 14th
Stanley Chandler 15th
Bill Shaw 22nd
Eleanor McClung 25th
Ed Key 25th

Month's Celebrations:

Congratulations to our Nurse, Shelly Lynch, on being selected as Atlas Nurse of the Year for 2023!

Events Spotlight

Spring Fling Family Event 2:30 – 4:30 – April 26

Yosemite

The park is best known for its waterfalls, On October 1, 1890, Yosemite became a national park

Yosemite

Yosemite is home to a “firefall.” While it’s not actually fire, the Horsetail Fall on the eastern edge of El Capitan in the Yosemite Valley gives off the illusion of a fiery orange fall when the sunset hits at just the right angle for a few short weeks in February

Yosemite

This waterfall is located on the south side of Yosemite Valley. Comprised of multiple cascades, which range in height
from 50 to 500 feet. 
(Sentinel falls)

Associate of the Month

Jayleigh Hernandez

Jayleigh Hernandez Associate of the Month

Congratulations to Jayleigh Hernandez! She was born in Manchester, New Hampshire, and has been raised in Simpsonville, South Carolina since the age of 4. Jayleigh has recently tied the knot with her husband Fernando Hernandez. They are experiencing a lot of exciting times together as they’ve just moved into their first home.

Jayleigh is a makeup artist and loves making others feel good about themselves. She will be attending Spartanburg Community College to pursue her career in Administrative Office Technology. Jayleigh enjoys meeting and building friendships with others. She
comes from a very large family and is the first and oldest grandchild to attend college. She is the oldest of 12 grandchildren and 4 siblings.

After leaving for a brief time, she returned to Legacy once realizing how much she missed working with our residents. She has been with us for a year now.

Tartan Tales

Scottish American Heritage Month is a time to don kilts, hum to the tunes of bagpipes, and celebrate the rich tapestry woven by Scottish immigrants in the fabric of American history. Rewind to the 17th and 18th centuries, and picture the adventurous Scots sailing across the Atlantic to the promising landscapes of Canada and the United States. They sought refuge from religious persecution, economic hardships, and land scarcity. Political unrest, coupled with the promise of religious freedom and better prospects, were incentives for many Scots to pursue a fresh start in the New World.

The spirited settlers didn’t just plant their flags; they wove their culture into the fabric of their new homes. From Nova Scotia to North Carolina, they created communities that echoed the hills of Scotland. They didn’t leave behind their love for haggis or the skirl of bagpipes; they infused these traditions into the heartbeat of American culture.

Fast forward to today, and you’ll find echoes of Scottish influence in the very fiber of America. From the lilt of
folk tunes to the thunder of athletes at Highland Games, their legacy lives on. The haunting, soulful whine of the bagpipes and the swirl of the tartans evoke a sense
of kinship, reminding us of the indelible mark left by
these pioneers.

Scottish American Heritage Month isn’t just a nod to history; it’s a celebration of resilience, tradition, and the merging of cultures. From their stories of fortitude to their rich cultural c

Hello April

Resident of the Month

Bud Young

Bud Young Resident of the Month

He was born and lived in New York most of his life. He was self employed and owned his own business. He was a Mechanical Contractor in the environmental field. He met his wife Phyllis at work and they have been married for 48 years. They have 4 children. He enjoys reading and travel. He loves most all foods and cuisines. His favorite music is swing.
Congratulations Bud!

Honesty and Deception

Honesty and Deception

You may find that April 4 goes against your moral code, for it’s Tell a Lie Day. Many ethical people live by the credo “Always tell the truth.” But do we? Researchers have discovered that most people tell occasional lies for several reasons. Sometimes we lie to gain other people’s respect or to cover up for making mistakes. The good news is that most people lie to spare someone else’s feelings from being hurt. If people choose to always be honest regardless of the consequences, that honesty could lead to injury or harm. Compassion may sometimes override honesty.

Lucky, then, that April 30 is Honesty Day. Honesty can certainly hurt sometimes, but it also takes courage and maturity to be honest in difficult situations. Furthermore, staying honest attracts other honest people to you. When you are surrounded by the truth, you can be your authentic self. The freedom that comes with honesty is worth celebrating!

Yosemite

National Park

Located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, spans 761,269 acre of land.

Visit nps.gov to Know more

Savoring Art

Savoring Art

April 13 is Slow Art Day. No, this doesn’t mean you should draw pictures of turtles or molasses. It’s just a day to spend some quality time with
art, pondering the composition and closely contemplating the work.

For some, staring at a piece of art for 10 minutes or more may present a challenge. But Phil Terry, the founder of the slow art concept, discovered something highly rewarding when he spent hours studying two paintings in a New York City art museum one afternoon. He realized he did not have to be a professional art critic to understand and appreciate art.

How does looking slowly at a piece of art heighten the experience? In the good old days, the expert craftsmanship of products was appreciated. Modern culture places an emphasis on mass production, often at the hands of unskilled craftspeople or in mechanized factories. One of the major benefits of slow art is appreciating the amazing expert craftsmanship
it takes to make a work of art. Taking the time to really look at art allows us to appreciate each brushstroke, the choice of materials, and the step-by-step process of creating a work of art. With this heightened awareness of craftsmanship comes a deeper emotional connection to the artwork.

Museums around the world have embraced the slow art movement, and on April 13, many will offer tours that visit only a few works of art. These tours end with lunch, where visitors can discuss what they saw and how the art affected them. 

For the Love of Birds

For the Love of Birds

Many have heard of the Audubon Society and know it as an environmental organization dedicated to studying and preserving birds and their natural habitats. The organization is named after John James Audubon, the French American painter of birds who dedicated his life to his unique art. His birthday, April 26, is now celebrated as Audubon Day.

Audubon showed an affinity for birds starting in childhood. He spent hours roaming the countryside, collecting birds’ nests and eggs, and drawing them once he returned home. Audubon’s father was a sailor and hoped his son would join the navy, so John James went to military school. However, he suffered from seasickness and so returned to the woods.

In 1803, the Napoleonic Wars broke out in France. Audubon’s father obtained a fake passport and sent John James to America to avoid the war. It was at his family’s farm in Pennsylvania that Audubon devoted himself
full-time to the outdoors: hunting, fishing, and drawing birds.

Audubon was obsessed with birds. In an effort to study their habits, he tied string around their legs to see if they returned year after year. He learned the art of taxidermy and worked in natural museums. But his greatest contribution to ornithology was his brilliant book Birds of America. He dedicated his life to drawing every single bird in America. His style was new and different: a highly detailed drawing of each bird, more accurate than ever before.

For the Love of Birds

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Recipe Spotlight:

Spicy Fried Chicken Pasta

Ingredients:

6 pieces cold, spicy fried chicken
6 cups cooked rotini pasta
6 boiled eggs, yolks separated
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp Creole mustard
1/4 cup minced onions
1/4 cup minced celery
1 tsp chopped garlic
1/4 cup minced red bell peppers
1/4 cup minced green bell peppers
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup sweet pickle relish
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
To make this dish, start by getting 6 pieces of spicy fried chicken from your favorite fast food outlet. I recommend Popeyes. Cut the bone-in chicken into cubes, keeping the skin intact. In a bowl, mash egg yolks, then add mayonnaise and Creole mustard, blending well. Dice egg whites and add them to the mixture. Combine all other ingredients except the chicken and pasta, ensuring they’re coated with the sauce. Add rotini pasta and gently mix, then add the fried chicken cubes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve garnished with boiled eggs or additional pieces of hot fried chicken. Feel free to personalize the dish with your own seasoning blend. The key flavor comes from the seasoning on the chicken before frying.

Associate of the Month

Ashley Buchan

Ashley Buchan Associate of the Month

I was raised in Chapin, SC and graduated from USC with a BA in Criminology/Criminal Justice. I worked for USC Police as a 911 dispatcher for 6 years and then was an investigator for DSS for a year before going part time to focus on family. I’m married and have an 8 year old daughter named Addison. I also have two doodles named Penelope and Eloise -named after Bridgerton characters.

Resident of the Month

Varina Bradberry

Varina Bradberry Resident of the Month

Congratulations Varina our Spotlight Resident!! Varina was born on January 21, in Pacolet, South Carolina (Spartanburg County). She shared a close family life with 2 sisters and a brother. After graduating from Pacolet High in 1962, she received her degree from Winthrop University in 1965.

While at Winthrop, a friend was involved in an automobile accident and agreed to meet with an insurance rep. Ted Bradberry, but then went to Varina’s room to say she was not sure she was ready to talk about the accident. “Don’t worry, I’ll go check him out.” Varina gave Ted a strict interview and assured her friend he seemed “very OK”. Ted invited Varina out the next week and that was the beginning of the next 56 years together. They were married in December 1965. They resided in Columbia, SC. Varina worked for Blue Cross helping to establish the new government program, Medicare, while Ted attended Law School at the University of South Carolina. In 1967, Varina started work for the  department of Army, engaged in resource management at Fort Jackson. Until retirement in 2009, she witnessed a very dynamic period for the Army including training for both Vietnam and Afghanistan wars.

She was active in her community and church; her hobbies include watching sports events, cross stitching, reading, bridge, and just getting together with friends and family.
When Ted passed away in 2022, Varina investigated senior community lifestyle and moved to Legacy Reserve – Simpsonville. “I love all my new friends, the family atmosphere shared with residents and staff. the activities, and the food.”

Yosemite

Yosemite is famous for its giant sequoia trees; these trees can grow to be about 30 feet wide and more than 250 feet tall

Collaborators

Shelly Evans | Executive Director | Legacy Reserve at Fairview Park
Shelly Evans
Alicia Chamblee
Alicia Chamblee

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