| SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | FEBRUARY 2020 | 11
Firetruck & Golf Cart Holiday Parade
By Annette Tringham
The Second Annual Firetruck Parade took place on Dec. 13, thanks
again to resident Valerie Menefee. Sun Lakers were encouraged to
decorate their golf carts and follow along behind four brilliantly
decked out fire engines. More than 40 carts covered with lights and
ornaments waited in the parking lot of the Main Clubhouse for the
engines to arrive.
Engine drivers Doug Hammer, Nick Dvorak, Steve Dvorak, and
Jesse Reek volunteered their time for the event, and even made a
20-minute stop at The Lakes Assisted Living before the parade began
to spread a little joy.
The parade was larger than last year's and very well-received
within the community as residents lined the route to wave, cheer and
wish everyone a Merry Christmas.
"Thank you to all my neighbors who came out to enjoy the fire
engine light parade," Menefee said. "A special thank you goes to
our board for supporting this event, even though it isn't related to
a club activity. I feel humbled to drive past the homes where there's
only one spouse and no lights on, but they come out anyway in their
pajamas to wave. It makes me feel grateful to know that I have so
many wonderful friends and great neighbors. I love spreading cheer
and joyfulness. Thanks again and we'll see you again next year!"
Photos by Marcia Gold, Dix Henneke, Pam London,
B Reneau, and Annette Tringham
