Artman Chatterbox September 2017

Chatterbox

All About September

September gets its name from affection from a recipient when given as a
the Latin word septimus, which gift, so many people give a single aster to their
family, friends, and loved ones.
means “seven,” because it was the seventh
month of the year until 153 BC. Around 44 Birthstone – Sapphire
BC, Julius Caesar reformed the calendar and The birthstone of September is the sapphire.
made September the ninth month. The Anglo It is appropriate that this month’s gemstone,
Saxons called this time haligmonath, which the sapphire, is most commonly royal blue,
translates to “holy month,” because the harvest because it has been revered by royalty since
time was sacred to them. In Japan, September ancient times. King Solomon was said to
is called kugatsu, which means “long moon.” have worn a sapphire ring to protect himself
from harm. Russia’s Ivan the Terrible adorned
Flower of the Month—Aster himself with sapphires because he believed
The aster is a flower with brightly colored they strengthened the body and lent its wearer
petals that unfold in the shape of a star. It courage. And Prince Charles chose a sapphire
should come as no surprise, then, that these for Princess Diana’s engagement ring because
blooms take their name from the Greek word it is believed to symbolize loyalty, respect, and
for star. lasting affection. The famous blue sapphire
There are about 180 species of asters surrounded by diamonds now adorns the
throughout North America and Eurasia, with hand of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge.
colors ranging from purples and blues to reds Sapphires are the traditional gift for the 45th
and pinks to whites. Their wide variety of wedding anniversary. As a gift, they symbolize
shapes and colors makes them an ideal plant purity, sincerity, and fidelity. This meaning
for showcasing in residential gardens. Along is derived from the old custom of using a
with chrysanthemums, asters are considered a sapphire to determine whether a spouse had
classic autumn flower. been dishonest; the stone paling or darkening
All over the world, the aster is considered a was said to indicate deceitfulness.
symbol of love and patience. It is said to elicit

September 2017

September Around the World A gift to Artman allows us to celebrate

September is spelled SEPTEMBER in many the lives of all those we have the privilege to
languages, including English, German, enrich and impact. You can make a gift to:
Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Flemish, and
Dutch. However, in French, it is spelled • Honor a loved one’s memory
SEPTEMBRE. In Spanish, an “I” is added for
a spelling of SEPTIEMBRE. • Honor loved ones who are celebrating a
In Greek, it is SEPTEMVRIS, and in special milestone or accomplishment
Portuguese, it is SETEMBRO.
It is SETTEMBRE in Italian. • Recognize a special staff member or loved one

Birthday Colors • Thank a special staff member

September 1–12: Weeping Willow I’d you’d like to make a gift, visit http://
Though you enjoy your active lifestyle, you artmanhome.org/ and click on the “Donate”
still like to take a little time out of every day to tab in the top right corner. You can also give
daydream and just be with yourself. You love cash or checks made payable to Artman.
to travel to parts of the world that you haven’t Be sure to indicate the name of the tribute
seen before. Your friends appreciate your person(s), what type of tribute (in memory
honesty and often come to you for advice. of, birthday, anniversary, etc.), and to whom
an acknowledgement of your gift should be
September 13–22: Lime sent. Be sure to indicate the address where the
You are a fiercely loyal friend and you would acknowledgement should be sent.
do anything for the ones you love. With your
low-key, laid-back personality, you don’t let •
yourself get too stressed out about the little
things in life. You have many talents that you Artman Gratefully Acknowledges
are happy to share with the world. the Following Tribute Gift

September 23–30: Olive made between July 16 – August 15, 2017
You are an outdoorsy person who loves
to explore and discover new things. You •
have a sensitive side, and if someone you
love is unhappy, you empathize with them. In Memory of:
Logical and level-headed, you steer clear
of arguments and try to keep the peace as Leroy E. Saybolt
much as possible. By Donna Gambino

SEPTEMBER

Patricia Aiman Resident Birthdays 9/13
Ruth Gabel 9/14
William Lambert Jr. 9/1 William Worth 9/17
Margot Cubit 9/1 Ruth Hunt 9/21
Sandra Brandreth 9/1 Olive Wight 9/21
Catherine Gaeta 9/2 Evelyn Bucciarelli 9/26
Marie Salvia 9/4 Frances Stempel 9/28
9/6 Marie Bove
Anthony Byers 9/7 Charles Goodman 9/15
Elizabeth Conlin 9/15
Kenneth Gilbert Employee Birthdays 9/15
Eileen Smith 9/16
Brittany Johnson 9/1 Nina Williams 9/17
Veronica Johnson 9/1 Tyrone Carroll 9/19
Rico Ducle 9/4 Katelynn Ropars 9/23
Alexus Cameron 9/4 Maria Marengo 9/25
Mary Cassidy 9/5 Henry Ebner 9/26
Patricia Odey 9/5 Margaret Morris 9/27
Karen Evans 9/5 Chris Interrante 9/28
Ericka Smalls 9/9 Tony Allen Jr. 9/29
Nicole Miller 9/10 Guadalupe Ramos 9/30
9/13 Renetta Johnson
9/13 Phil Stanton
9/13 Allan Pannapacker
9/14 Tyra Frazier

September 2017 Dining Calendar

National Chef Special In Season
Coffee Ice Chicken Twisted
Cream Day Florentine Turkey
Pasta Sandwich
Casserole

In Season Chef Special Fudge Bars
Grilled Aegean
Chicken, Fig, Casserole
& Bleu Cheese
Salad

Chef Special Chef Special In Season
Moussaka Swiss Medley Pan-Sered
Casserole Chicken
Breast w/
Asparagus

National Crab National Chef Special National In Season
Newburg Day Pancake Day Green Bean Strawberry Fontina,
Casserole Cream Pie Apple, Bacon
Day Grilled
Cheese w/
Butternut
Squash Soup