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February Fun Facts
Did you know that the month of February comes from the Latin word februa, which means "to cleanse"? The month, named after the Roman Februalia, which was a month-long festival of purification and atonement. The Zodiac signs for February are Aquarius (January 20 -...
Road Trips in January
2021 begins a new year and opportunities to explore new horizons. Even though we are still somewhat restricted in how and where we can physically travel this month, there are many opportunities to take some wonderful road trips virtually on YouTube. Here are some...
COVID-19 VACCINE Update – December 29, 2020
At Morningsideof Fullerton, residents and team members will be among the first to have access to the COVID-19 vaccine. Watch our video at https://vimeo.com/495352796 and hear firsthand why we’re choosing to move forward and get back to being together again.
Morningside Resident Stitching up Beautiful Rugs from Scraps
Sylvanus Twete, who goes by S.O., has been a crochetier for nearly three decades. Now in his 80s, he’s turned his passion into a way of giving back. S.O. spends his time cutting scrap fabric and turning it into beautiful handmade rugs. Over the past 25 years, he's...
Road Trips in December
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!” The holidays are upon us and, with this year’s holiday travel restrictions making cross-country trips more difficult, this is the perfect time to relax in a comfortable chair with a hot cup of cocoa in hand and enjoy some...
Musical Journey Around the World: Songs for December
Christmas is the only holiday with such a large range of music as a part of family traditions and celebrations. Every culture, ethnicity, and nationality that celebrates the holidays has songs that are important to them and fill their hearts with joy. Just for fun,...
Morningside Resident Finds Purpose in Working Full-Time After Retirement
You’re never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream. That’s the mentality of Morningside resident Phyllis White and co-owner of White’s Draperies in Placentia. White has worked 40 hours a week for nearly 70 years and shows no signs of slowing down. “It...
Road Trips in November
As the weather in November turns cooler and the autumn leaves start to fall, it’s nice to be able to get cozy in a comfortable chair with a cup of warm apple cider and a slice of pumpkin pie at the ready. Then open your laptop or computer and take a virtual tour of a...
Musical Journey Around the World: Songs for November
November is the month where the warm days turn to cooler evenings, and tree leaves change color – from green to crimson, then to gold, before falling gently from the branches to the ground below. Thoughts turn to honoring our veterans and a time of gather and giving...
Road Trips in October
When October rolls around, thoughts turn to Halloween, with its trick-or-treaters, spooky stories, Halloween costume parties and lots of fall fun. This month, check out some virtual haunted house tours offered on various sites for some spooktacular fun! Happy...