The Chatterbox_August 2017

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All About August

August’s original name was Sextilis, Hawaii, peridot is believed to symbolize the
and it was the sixth month of the goddess Pele’s tears. Some Hawaiian beaches
year. In 44 BC, the month became the are packed with tiny grains of peridot that are
eighth month on the Roman calendar. too small to cut.
It was not until 8 BC that the name was
changed to August, in honor of Emperor Flower – Gladioulus
Augustus Caesar. August was initially only Gladiolus represents strength and moral
30 days long. However, Augustus wanted his integrity—not surprising when you consider
month to have as many days as July, which that its name comes from the Latin word for
was named for Julius Caesar. To appease sword, gladius. But while its swordshaped stems
Augustus, one day was taken from the month might imply Roman gladiators, its romantic-
of February and added to August. looking flowers are capable of piercing a heart
Birthstone – Peridot with their beauty. Aptly so because infatuation
In 1912, the American National Association is another one of its meanings.
of Jewelers adopted the peridot as the official Gladiolus flowers grow from a bulb called
birthstone for the month of August. The a corm. Corms are planted each spring and
pronunciation is often confused. It is actually dug up in the fall. Although “glads,” as they
pronounced PAIR-uh-doh instead of PAIR- are commonly called, are beautiful in the
uh-dot. garden, their principal use is for cut flowers.
Peridot is a green gemstone that is as Their range of colors, sizes, and flower types
popular for jewelry today as it was in the makes themparticularly useful for flower
past. It has been found in ruins of ancient arrangements. The flower blossoms open
Egypt and Greece. It was often called the one by one, starting from the base of the tall
“evening emerald” by ancient Romans, who stems, making this an enduring cut flower.
noticed that its green color shone even more
vividly in lamplight, making it resemble
deep-green emeralds.
Most ancient peridot probably came from
the Red Sea island of St. John’s. However,
they are found in other areas of the world. In

August 2017

Birthday Colors Famous People Born in August

August 1–4: Pink Herman Melville (novelist) August 1, 1819
Tony Bennett (singer) August 3, 1926
“Pink” people are always trying their best, and Lucille Ball (comedienne) August 6, 1911
they like to help and care for other people. Charlize Theron (actress) August 7, 1975
However, they are not easily satisfied. In matters Dustin Hoffman (actor) August 8, 1937
of the heart, they look for the sort of romantic Danielle Steele (novelist) August 14, 1947
love found only in fairy tales. Julia Child (chef) August 15, 1912
Roberto Clemente (athlete) August 18, 1934
August 5–13: Blue Connie Chung (journalist) August 20, 1946
Gene Kelly (actor) August 23, 1912
If you were born “blue,” you are picky, particular, Mother Teresa (saint) August 26, 1910
and artistic. You are also trustworthy. You tend to Ingrid Bergman (actress) August 29, 1915
be romantic and fall in love more with your head Buddy Hackett (comedian) August 31, 1924
than with your heart, which might explain why
your relationships last. What’s Lucky in August?

August 14–23: Green Lucky Colors: Yellow
Lucky Days: Sunday and Wednesday
“Green” people are understanding, get along well Lucky Numbers: 5 and 7
with new people, and make very loyal friends. They Lucky Letter: D
tend to be open and honest communicators. They
also seek to maintain a well-balanced lifestyle.

August 24–31: Brown

Born under this color, you are active and sporty. You
are a loyal friend, understanding but firm. You have
strong views and strive to be a good money manager
(we won’t say “cheap”) and drive a good bargain.

Artman Gratefully Acknowledges the Following Tribute Gifts

made between June 16 – July 15, 2017

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In Memory of:

Mr. & Mrs. Lester J. Carpenter Yvonne Maiden
By Craig Carpenter By Robert Bogner

Florence E. Coller Leroy E. Saybolt
By Beverly & Bill Coller Campbell By Janeanne R. Gorman

Katherine M. Lindberg

By Paul J. Kelly III
Walter Mannherz

AUGUST

Rosslyn Entrot Resident Birthdays 8/19
Emily Pannepacker 8/20
Gertrude Duttenhofer 8/3 Aida Aguilar 8/22
Dorothy Freiler 8/7 Lucie Iacobucci 8/25
Mary Viola 8/9 John Meehan 8/26
Lillian Goelz 8/9 Rozanne Brickley 8/27
Maria Francescangeli 8/10 Janice Wick 8/29
Jean Hofscher 8/13 Mildred Campbell
8/15 Emilia Panassow 8/18
Rosalena Doyle 8/16 8/19
Cynthia Ulysse 8/20
Janet Lorenzon Employee Birthdays 8/22
James Sutton 8/23
Kerry Lynch 8/6 Brittany Smith 8/25
Suzette Edwards 8/8 Isabella Daley 8/25
Latasha Mills 8/9 Jalen Brown 8/29
Kathleen Rhoad 8/10 Faustina Owusu Ansah 8/31
Tiffany Jones 8/13 Shiretta Harrington 8/31
Rachel Chacko 8/15 James Webster
8/15 Aliaksei Minko
8/15 Tom Cuddahy
8/16 Eva Hampton
8/18 Thomas Nicoletti

Residents & Staff Continue to Work on the Mosaic

A Beautiful Day at Marsh Creek Boat Rental

Hair Dresser We are pleased to announce that
Update we have signed a contract with
Senior Salon Services. SSS is a locally
owned company providing salon services
for a variety of senior communities,
including our sister community, The
Hearth at Drexel in Bala Cynwyd. The
salon will be open Thursdays, Fridays and
Saturdays.
Please Join us for an Open House
to meet our new stylist on August
21st at 2:30pm in the Atrium.

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August 2017 Dining Calendar

National Chef Special National Fresh Peaches
Ice Cream Fisherman’s Watermelon
Sandwich Platter Day
Day

In Season Chef Special Chef Special Fresh Corn
Crab Cakes on the Cob
Mediterranean Fruit
Shrimp Salad Popsicles

National National Chef Special In Season Fresh
Creamsicle Lemon Rum Glazed Roasted Garlic Cantaloupe
Day Meringue Pie Salmon Potato Salad
Day

Strawberry Chef Special National Fresh
Shortcake Ice Mussels in
Cream Bars the shell over Peach Pie Day Watermelon
Linguine

In Season Chocolate Chef Special
Bacon BBQ Fudge Bar Pan-seared
Meatloaf Scallops
Sandwich