The Villager Dec. 2013 | Page 17

The Charbonneau Villager CWA Page 17 December 2013 Continued from page 5 the family moved to the state of washington, she began studying classical music and trained as an operatic soloist. At the University of washington, she performed in musicals such as The Sound of Music. later, while married to a Fulbright professor, she had the chance to live in Denmark and travel all over the world. while doing so, she began to paint portraits of deprived children in poor countries. she then developed “eyes of a Child,” which she has presented in several western states. while living in new York City, she worked as a model and acted when the opportunity arose. she has also directed church drama programs in California, texas and oregon. Chris and her husband, Jim, have four children and five grandchildren, whom they visit in three different states. relative newcomers to Charbonneau, they are enjoying becoming involved and getting acquainted with new friends. Kim Lawson Schultz A tireless supporter of CwA and all things Charbonneau, Kim Schultz, volunteered to co-chair this year’s Holiday Brunch. Most of us know her best as Kim lawson, but she recently became Mrs. pete schultz at a lovely ceremony in our own community center. Kim moved to Charbonneau in 1989 with her family, which now includes four generations living in the community. For many years she worked in the corporate environment and, most recently, owned an antique store in Aurora. she now enjoys being involved with many of the activities our community has to offer. Kim will be assisting Chris raisch with decorations and has done much of the planning for the brunch. meetings, but are happy to know she is still planning on attending our monthly luncheons. thanks again, ruth, for all you’ve done! Don’t Miss CWA’s January Luncheon Featuring Entertainment By The I-5 Connection Monday, January 13, 2014, is the day this choral group, which includes many members from Charbonneau, will entertain us. the I-5 Connection singers, with Jocelyn Higgins as their director, are in their twentieth season. new voices have joined the group, bringing their numbers to CWA President Diann Harland presnets Ruth Hagland some flowers on her retirement from the organization. Almost 99 Years Young - Ruth Haglan Retires our Charbonneau women’s Association longstanding member, Ruth Haglan, has recently resigne