Senior Living News, May 2025
Legacy Ridge at Marietta Newsletter
Around the world with Atlas - May 2025 - México
Resident´s Birthdays
5/1 Edwina
5/4 Al
5/9 Lib
5/19 Ok Im
Celebrating May
National Days
5/2 Fitness Day
5/4 Bird Day
5/5 Cinco de mayo
5/8 Have a Coke Day
5/11 Mother’s Day
5/13 Apple Pie Day
5/22 Solitaire Day
5/23 Lucky Penny Day
5/24 Scavenger Hunt Day
5/25 Brown Bag-It Day
5/28 Senior Health & Fitness Day
5/31 Smile Day
Spotlights
Mother’s Day Manicure & Hand Massage special weekend!
The famous Aztec Calendar, shown in its original colors, is also known as the “Stone of the Sun.” It depicts the Sun God Tonatiuh, the fifth sun, at its center.
Associate of the Month
Nate Lattimore
This month we salute Nate. He has been part of the Legacy Ridge Marietta for 3 years in our housekeeping department. Nate is always dependable and takes pride in all he does. It is noticeable in his work that he does his best for the residents. He has been in the industry for over 17 years and aspires to be a business owner in the future.
Nate can be found putting everything in its place all while making the residents laugh and smile. He says that is part of what motivates him to work.
Nate is no stranger to this accolade of Employee of the Month because he has been recognized in previous years. His recognition never stops his determination to do his best.
We are happy to recognize him this month! Congratulations!
Viva México
Alexa play "Huapango" from "Jose Pablo Moncayo"
There’s no Mexican who can listen this song without feel an immense joy and pride for México, even if you’re not Mexican it’s impossible not feel shivers listening.
Composed in 1941, Huapango is a brilliant orchestral piece that captures the soul of Mexican folk music, especially the vibrant spirit of the Huasteca region. Moncayo, a classically trained composer and conductor, based the work on the traditional sones huastecos
Note from the Clinical Corner
** Atlanta Foot Care (podiatry services) will visit: JUNE 16th
** Senior Smiles (dental cleaning services) will visit JUNE 3rd.
Please see concierge for consent forms if you wish for your loved ones to receive either of these services.
During your visits, please check to ensure your loved ones have appropriate clothing, bedding, footwear and toiletry items.
Viva México !!
Around the World with Atlas
A Land of Spirit, Color, and Eternal Stories, Mexico is more than a country—it’s a heartbeat, a song carried by the wind across deserts, jungles, mountains, and beautyful beaches. A place where ancient civilizations whisper through pyramids and murals, and modern life dances to the rhythm of a strong and unique cultural heritage.
The word “México” comes from the Náhuatl words “Metztli” (moon) and “xictli” (navel or belly button), meaning “the belly button of the moon.” The Mexicas pronounced it “Meshico.”
According to legend, the Mexica people were the last of the nomadic tribes to arrive in central Anáhuac (yep, that was the ancient name for the heartland of what’s now Mexico). They came from a mythical island called Aztlán—which is why they’re also called Aztecs. They were searching for a sign sent by their main god, Huitzilopochtli: an eagle perched on a prickly pear cactus, devouring a snake. That was the sacred place where they were to build their city.
And they did find it—right in the middle of a vast lake called Texcoco. Legend says they took refuge on that small patch of land in the lake and founded their settlement, Tenochtitlan, around 1325. By the time the Spanish arrived in 1519, they were stunned by the sight of a majestic, dream-like well-organized metropolis—Tenochtitlan—one of the largest cities in the world at that time.
Modern representation of the legendary Tenochtitlan in 1519 (now Mexico City). Some estimates suggest the city had around 250,000 inhabitants at the time. During major celebrations linked to their gods, it could hold up to half a million people.
Teotihuacan by 1519, when the Mexica rule. This ancient city and ceremonial center had already been abandoned for nearly a millennium, likely around 550 CE.
Summer Time Pals
We are looking to start a few clubs this summer to get our residents outside and in the community. Have ideas for trips? Want to facilitate a Garden Club? Book Club? Grilling Club? Let’s do it.
We are also looking for ministers or community that feel led to the community for Sunday Services. We have mid week service and would love to add more extended family.
PLEASE contact our Lifestyle Director Devon Gunn with any thoughts or interest in volunteering. Email: DGunn@LegacyRidgeMarietta.com or Call or Text 508-521-9180
Executive Director's Corner: KUDO Cards Are Here!
In an effort to recognize staff that are doing an outstanding job, there will be a KUDOS Card drawing for a gift card monthly during our Town Hall meeting. If you know of a staff member that has been providing exceptional customer service, excellent resident care or assisted in a way that made a significant difference, please recognize him/her by filling out a KUDOS Card. The KUDOS Cards are located on top of the Concierge’s desk. Please give the completed KUDOS Card to our Concierge or place it under the Executive Director’s office door.
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Recipe Spotlight:
Taste of Mexico: Cowboy Salsa Caviar
Ingredients:
black-eyed peas
black beans
corn
tomatoes
onions
cilantro
peppers (jalepeno oprional)
avocado or vinaigrette (optional)
Directions:
1. Combine tomatoes, avocado, onion, black beans, black eyed peas, corn, pepper, jalapeno pepper, and cilantro in a large bowl. Toss/stir well so that ingredients are well-combined.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together vinaigrette with desired seasonings.
3. Pour dressing over other ingredients and stir/toss very well.
**Keep refrigerated. If not serving immediately, be sure to toss/stir well before serving.
Resident of the Month
Bobbie Drury
Bobbie has been part of the Legacy Ridge Community since Spring 2023.
She was born in Illinois and lived in South Dakota for many years. In her early years she held jobs as Medical Tech and even coined number one realtor in her town of South Dakota. It goes without saying Bobbie brings joy and light. She is full of care and love and it’s easy to love the light she brings to the community. She has been married for close to 67 years to her love, Larry.
You can find Bobbie around the community walking her fur baby Zorro, reading one of her many chapter book thrillers, playing BINGO with her favorite yellow chips, or shopping with her BINGO bucks at the Community store.
We are fortunate to have such a ray of sunshine in our community and this month we recognize her as resident of the month. Congratulations Bobbie!
Colors of Mexico
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