Reflections

Reflections 

Pomerado Hospital Mothers of Twins and Triplets Club May 2008 

website: www.phmott.org 

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY 

Super Mom 

Mom, you're a wonderful mother, 

So gentle, yet so strong. 

The many ways you show you care 

Always make me feel I belong. 

You're patient when I'm foolish; 

You give guidance when I ask; 

It seems you can do most anything; 

You're the master of every task. 

You're a dependable source of comfort; 

You're my cushion when I fall. 

You help in times of trouble; 

You support me whenever I call. 

Honorees from the Mother’s Day Brunch 

From left to right is Leesa Kushner, Jennifer Ruith, Tyra Aeling, Fawna Jaramillo, Janine Gillot 

The Big Kids Club go on a field trip to the SD 

Natural History Museum over spring break 

I love you more than I can express; 

You have my total respect. 

If I had my choice of mothers, 

You'd be the one I'd select! 

Big Kids Club: 

By Joanna Fuchs 

Our next Big Kids Club meeting is May 29th and it’ll be 

at Allison Oppeltz’s house. If you have twins over 4 

years old and would like to join us, this small group 

meets every other month to discuss “big kid” issues 

related to school topics, homework, other siblings, 

activities, sports, etc. 

This meeting is usually held at someone’s home and is a 

casual setting. We also try to schedule periodic field 

trips. Past field trips have included, 

Rock wall visit, Balboa Park Museums, Nature Hike at 

Blue Sky, etc. If you would like more information about 

our Big Kids Club, please contact Jennifer at 

jrboaz@earthlink.net or 675-0006. 

Left to right: Jenn B. with Allison and Trevor, Karen D with Katie, Jack 

and Jenna, Elizabeth K. with Colin and Spencer and Veronica B. with Austin 

and Casey. 

PHMOTT Newsletter May 08

From The President 

Jennifer Boaz 

Well, this club year is winding down and it’s hard to believe that my time as president of this club is just about over. It 

has been a terrific couple of years!!! I’ve had a great board to work with and of course, they make this job super easy. 

Thank you Cathy, Diana and Nicole for doing such an amazing job! I know it’s been a busy year for all of you and with 

going back to work part time (Cathy & Diana) and having a baby (Nicole), it’s been a lot to manage. You’ve done amazing 

jobs!!!! I’m also really grateful to those of you who stepped up and are willing to carry the torch for next year and 

future years in this club. We have grown tremendously over the last several years and I hope we continue to provide support and 

friendship to other local mothers of twins and triplets. The election of new officers will be at our May meeting ☺ (but don’t worry, you’re 

all in). 

We still have a couple of very fun events coming up, including our annual Dessert Night and Installation evening in June. Nicole has 

procured a LOT of very nice raffle and auction items, so I hope you can all make a point of coming to this event. It’s unlike any other 

meeting we have. Lori and Jon Martin have offered to host this event again in their home and I am grateful to them. Either get a 

babysitter and plan for a fun “date” night with other couples of twins or gather your girlfriends and make it a mom’s night out – either way, 

you are sure you to have fun, I promise! 

Finally, keep your eyes out for information on our 4th annual family campout in June. This is a GREAT event for the whole family and you 

won’t want to miss it. Besides, this is our 4th one and they just keep getting better. Take care all of you terrific mom’s! I wish you all a 

wonderful Mother’s Day celebration. I hope you get the recognition you so highly deserve! 

Hang in there and have a happy end-of-spring-here-comes-summer. ~Jennifer 

From The VP of Programs 

Cathy Eitzen 

Happy Mother's Day! 

It's hard to believe, but May is here. That means 

we are in the home stretch for the club year. Time 

really does fly when you are having fun. Thanks 

again to Jenny Gladheim for arranging our April 

speaker, Amanda Romero. It was a great reminder 

that playing with my kids is not only fun, but also very important to their 

development. Yeah for fun☺. We wrapped up April with a very nice New 

Mom's Brunch at the home of Marijo Clemons; thank you Marijo. I would 

also like to thank the new moms for coming out, especially those there 

with little ones. It is always so much fun to see new mommies and babies. 

We really appreciate you and hope that PHMOTT can help give you the 

support and encouragement you need. When my boys were small, I 

remembered being encouraged by seeing moms with older twins who were 

clean, well dressed, and able to have an adult conversation. I was 

obviously not getting out of the house much, now it feels like I'm never 

home. 

This month we have our last official meeting of the year. It's packed 

full of good stuff; food, elections, secret pal reveal, and a discussion on 

traveling with multiples. Then on June 16th we will officially finish off 

the club year with our Annual Fundraiser and Installation Dessert Night 

at the home of Lori and Jon Martin (Thank You Lori and Jon!). This is a 

great event where you get a fun night out with your spouse and/or a 

friend, yummy desserts, can have a glass of wine or a cup of coffee, and 

get a chance to win some really great stuff. It truly is a fun evening and 

I hope to see you there. ~Cathy 

From The VP of Membership 

Diana Aldrete 

Happy Mother’s Day everyone! 

Especially to our two new 

members, Veronica Brown and 

Elaine Dobesh. 

Sometimes, I still can’t believe 

I’m a MOTHER. Is it really me 

that two little people depend on 

to keep healthy and to teach to live fully? Did God 

really trust me to be responsible for these beautiful 

boys? All I can come up with is a big thank you! I am 

so truly blessed to be able to love with all my 

existence and to care so much more for someone else. 

Becoming a good parent forces one to define who they 

are, what they believe in and what they want to pass 

on, because someone they cherish is watching every 

move, and wants to be just like them! My boys turned 

three in December. I am so excited to see them grow 

into little boys, and I am so proud of them. Don’t get 

me wrong, everyday presents a new challenge. But 

with each challenge, there’s more love (after it’s 

over). So as they grow, mommy grows too. Thank you, 

boys. 

Also, a BIG thank you to Cathy and Nicole for stepping 

up to the president’s position. Without a president, 

there is no club, and this club is so needed for many 

moms of multiples for the support and friendships 

found here. I know all our lives are busy, which is why 

I appreciate their commitment to us. Thanks again. 

~Diana Aldrete 

PHMOTT Newsletter May 08 Page 2

From The Interim Secretary 

Jenny Gladheim 

Our April general club meeting was held April 21 st at Pomerado Hospital and featured Amanda Balderama Romero, M.A. as 

our special guest speaker. She talked about how important play is to our children’s development. Read the article for ways 

you can interact with your child through play. Diana reports that we have two new members, Veronica Brown and Elaine 

Dobesh. Welcome, ladies! We also have five prospective members. Nicole offered our account balances: $1,175.09 checking 

and $2,001.98 savings. She also tells us to look for an invitation to the dessert auction that will be emailed to you. You can 

use the invitation to give to friends. There are many exciting auction items this year and we’ll need your help for a good 

turn out for our annual fundraiser. If you can help solicit donations for the auction, let Nicole know! Also, if you have any unused baskets, please 

bring them to the May meeting (or email Nicole). We need them to package up auction items. Other business taken care of during the meeting: 

We decided the theme for the 2009 convention our club is hosting will be “MOMs of the Jungle.” 

Stay tuned for ways you can help make our convention successful. 

Here is the 2008/2009 Nomination Slate: 

We will be voting during our May meeting. At this time we will also accept volunteers for the 

President: Nicole Murray/Cathy Eitzen 

Chairmom Positions: 

1st VP of Programs: Angela Caires 

Mary Buermann has offered to be the Social Chair assisting 1st VP of Programs. 

2nd VP of Membership: Jenny Gladheim 

Other Chairmom positions open include: Secret Pal, Sunshine, Camera & Scrapbook, Publicity/ Treasurer: Rene Carmichael 

Advertising, Ways And Means (fundraising). 

Secretary: Veronica Brown 

If you currently hold a chairmom position and would like to keep your position, please let Jennifer 

Parliamentarian: Jennifer Boaz 

Boaz know prior to the May meeting. Thanks! ~Jenny 

Nurturing Development Through Play 

What is Play? 

Everyone has a different interpretation of play as well as different expectations for themselves and for their children during play. 

Are you one of those parents who feels awkward taking Barbie to an imaginary beach? Don’t worry! You’re not alone. Many parents find play 

difficult. Some parents (and kids for that matter) may not have even had the chance to learn to play due to illnesses or hospitalizations. 

How do you play? What about your children? 

How you played as a child will influence how you play with your children. If you didn’t like imaginary play as a child, 

you probably will find it difficult as an adult, too. Your kids will have their own way of playing that is influenced by their 

personality and temperament. Sometimes limitations affect play. Autism and other disorders will affect how our children 

interact and play with us. Add to that time constraints and it’s easy to see how limitations can affect our interactions. 

So why is play important? 

Play fosters a child’s development in all areas (language, motor, emotional, and cognitive) and does it at their level. 

It helps children process their daily experiences. For those of us with older children, think back on how cute it was when 

our kids would ‘cook’ us dinner and happily ‘feed’ us empty spoonfuls of macaroni! This kind of play evolves into scenarios of a preschooler using 

stuffed animals to mimic her preschool day. Play also teaches contingency, or the idea of cause and effect. Remember that game of dropping 

things that our babies would play? This early play teaches our children that they can be active participants and have control. 

What are the best toys to buy? 

The best toys are not toys because then your interaction is the focus. Try using things like paper towel tubes with small objects. 

Hide the objects in the tube or roll the item in the tube. Use scarves to play peek-a-boo or blow them up so children can learn about gravity. 

Try playing dumb. “Gosh, how do I make this car go?” or “I can’t find where this puzzle piece goes.” This will crack kids up and let them 

practice at the same time. Remember children don’t look at us like we look at each other. It’s okay to be silly! 

Ways you can enhance play with your child: 

• Observe-get an idea of what your child is practicing in play 

• Wait-finding a good moment to enter play shows your child respect. 

• Listen-Come in at the same level as your child. If your child isn’t speaking, but is making sound 

effects, try making some yourself. 

• Imitate your child’s actions and sounds. Watch your children’s reactions when you imitate them. 

Children who lead get the language they need! 

• Follow your children’s interest. Try to do the same kind of play. Don’t switch activities or try to 

make into something else. Doing so will most likely cause your child to lose interest. 

• Be face to face. Use your body, expressions, and gestures to communicate your ideas. 

• Play throughout the day! Don’t forget diaper changes, bath time, book time, and bed time. 

• Try to incorporate play at mealtime (in high chairs for babies and toddlers) like playing with 

pudding or jello. These are great sensory opportunities. 

• Sing in the car instead of listening to the radio or talking on the phone. 

• Find ways to signal when play is over and routine needs to be completed. One of the things that can 

be stressful to young children is not knowing when a pleasurable activity will be stopped. Since 

they don’t have control over the situation, it is a good idea to have a signal or warning so they are 

ready for the transition. 

Remember: 

• Two minutes is better than nothing. 

• You’re not always going to be funny! 

• Playing with kids can be hard work. 

• Play isn’t about academics or 

therapy. 

• The shared experience is the goal. 

• There is a small window of time 

when your children will want to play 

with you. Have fun for the sake of 

having fun and join them! 


We took our first big road trip with the twins when they were about nine 

months old. We rented a mini-van (didn’t own one at the time), grabbed 

grandma, somehow managed to pile in cold weather clothes for three adults and 

a double shot of Pack ‘N’ Plays, feeding chairs, car seats and an assortment of 

toys (thank goodness the twins didn’t need the foot space between seats) and 

we headed to South Lake Tahoe for a mini family reunion. 

We didn’t have a portable DVD player, but we had grandma, and that was 

entertainment enough. We planned our return trip so that they would sleep the 

last leg of the journey, but it didn’t quite work out that way. Sawyer decided to 

scream the entire last three hours, only taking a break when we would turn on 

the interior lights to break the darkness. It was a great time. We knew then 

that travelling wasn’t our forte. 

Luckily, there are a number of moms in our club who are pretty creative at 

this travelling thing and there were no shortage of tips as to how to make the 

best of a long trip. 

Nicole Murray knows how to get a family out the door and on the road. 

She swears by the packing check-list at www.moreorganizedmom.com and 

customized it to use as her guide so she doesn’t forget the little things. For 

hotel stays, she recommends calling ahead and asking the staff to baby-proof 

the room. 

“I also ask them what kind of cribs do they 

Twin Tips 

provide – Pack ‘N’ Plays or actual cribs – so I know 

what kind of sheets to bring,” Nicole says. 

She takes two sets or buys them at local store 

when they arrive at their destination: “This way I 

know the sheets are clean and [the kids] won’t get a weird rash from the 

detergent [the sheets] were washed in.” 

For airplane travel, she recommends investing in the Go Go Kidz car seat 

carrier, which can be purchased that the Right Start in Carmel Mountain Ranch. 

“Basically, your car seat gets secured to this and you can keep them in 

their seat and wheel them around the airport.” 

For car trips, Jennifer Adams stressed that the car seat trays you can 

purchase at Toys R Us have been invaluable. They have pockets on the sides 

that can hold juice cups and more. 

“I just filled these up with some new color crayons, books and snacks and 

the kids were happy for hours,” says Jennifer of her last trip. 

For one club member, her last big car trip was her family’s recent 

relocation to Seattle. Rachelle Morse said that to make Pack ‘N’ Plays more 

comfortable to sleep in, she cut out foam (1 to 1 ½ inches thick) to line the 

bottom. 

“They slept much better that way.” (You can buy Pack & Play mattresses, 

but the foam takes up less space if you’re packing it for a trip!) 

Elizabeth Kerr is a big fan of the books on tape (or CD), and recommends 

the collections at the Poway and 4S Ranch libraries. 

“They have selections appropriate for many different ages and it’s 

something that the entire family can listen to and discuss,” she says. “Also it’s 

a great way to expose your kids to something they wouldn’t necessarily read on 

their own. One of my favorite road trip memories is driving across Missouri and 

Illinois listening to Little House on the Prairie and then talking about Indian 

by Rene Carmichael 

rights with the boys.” 

For takeoffs and landings, small treats are essential. Karen Doxtader 

always travels with gummy bears, Skittles, Life Savers, gum or cookies and 

doles them out during the ascent and descent phase of the flight. 

“The swallowing helps release the ear pressure,” she says, “As a bonus 

they love getting a goodie that they don’t often get.” 

But don’t hand over the whole bag, she adds: “It’s all about keeping them 

happy and distracted for as long as possible.” 

There were many different tips and tricks regarding toys and other ways 

to amuse the kids. Karen said she wrapped each toy individually like a present 

and gave them out periodically over the course of her 16-hour flight to 

Australia with her first born. Jennifer said her “go to” goodie was the mini 

Magnadoodle. Rachelle said that she made sure they sang silly songs with lots of 

arm movements to keep them entertained and moving in their seats. Micki 

Wright said she kept a kids backpack in the car that had a collection of Happy 

Meal toys from McDonalds. 

Karina Fidler will have just taken her first trip with her twins when this 

article is published. She was going to try a tip from a friend with older twins. 

“She told me she would bring a ton of stickers on the plane and put them 

all over the kids’ pants and shirts. Then she would give 

them paper and they would spend a long time peeling the 

stickers off themselves and fixing them to the paper.” 

But pretty much everyone agreed that one item they 

couldn’t do without was the portable DVD player. For the 

younger crowd, Rachelle swears by Fantasia, as they love 

the music: “It will keep the kids quiet for an hour!” 

Though Marilyn Chesney’s cross country car trips were done long before 

car seats existed and seat belt laws were written, she still had some relevant 

tips for moms of the 21 st century. 

Back in the day of the station wagon, each kid had their quarter of the 

back area staged as their own and along the very back end was a “breakfast 

box,” a “lunch box” and a small ice chest. 

“We had the breakfast and lunch boxes to save money and time of getting 

everyone into a restaurant,” she shares. “We took the breakfast box into the 

motel and had cereal and fruit for breakfast. Then we would stop at a park, if 

we could find one, for lunch.” 

For Megan Streicher, this summer will bring her first long distance trip 

with her two-year-old twins. She’s been reading up on do’s and don’ts and 

added: 

“I read [in] an article to buy the passengers around you each a drink as 

sort of a before flight ‘Thanks’ to help take the edge off if the boys are fussy.” 

I wish the lady sitting behind my husband and I on the red eye flight to 

start my honeymoon years ago would have thought of that. We had the “good 

fortune” of being directly in front of her son, who kicked and banged our seats 

from San Diego to Boston! It’s probably no wonder that our travelling with kids 

didn’t get off to a great start… 

I received so many great tips that I couldn’t possibly fit it all in without 

taking over the entire newsletter. If this leaves you wanting more, please email 

me at reneqc@san.rr.com and I’ll send you the full responses. 

Seasoned Travelers 

Doxtader family 

Below left: Lee, Katie (6), Karen holding Jack (3), Jenna (3) at Bryce 

Canyon, Utah 

Below right: Lee & Karen in back with Jack & Jenna (5) and Katie (7) in 

Florence, Oregon 

Murray Family 

Above left: Scott holding Lauren and Nicole holding Allison at the Grand 

Canyon of Kauai 

Above right: Allison with Nicole and Lauren with Scott posing for 

Christmas pictures at the beach in Kauai 


From The Treasurer 

Nicole Murray 

Is it me or is it freakin' hot?! It's April, not August 

for goodness sakes. Some air conditioner part needs 

fixing so we haven't been able to run the air. I didn't 

care about that a month ago but lately I'm jonesin' 

for my air! I guess I can say I'm conserving energy 

though. At least the girls are old enough now to play 

outside and love it. We're about to get an outdoor sprinkler play mat 

and other outdoor toys. For now the tent and tunnel from IKEA and a 

bag of play area balls that I got at the last garage sale (whoever sold 

those, thank you!) are AWESOME! 

I'm excited about a few club events that are upcoming. First the 

Installation with Silent Auction and Raffle Evening. It's on June 16th 

and hopefully most of you are coming and can also bring 1 or 2 friends. 

Some of the items that we'll have are Harbor Excursion passes, $50 

gift card to Old Navy, Sammy's Woodfired Pizza, Claim Jumper, St. 

Tropez Bakery & Bistro, Lamb's Players Theatre tickets, a My Kid's 

Clubhouse Build-a-Party valued at $199, a photography session and 

$100 credit to Lisa K Photography, a 2008 Buick Invitational week long 

ticket pass worth $375, Disneyland passes and two 2008 Del Mar 

Thoroughbred Clubhouses Season passes valued at $500.00 just to 

name a few. There is a lot more but I can't name it all! The last event 

is the annual camping trip. This year will be a new challenge as we'll 

have baby Megan along with us, but I'm sure we can manage to find 

room in my sister's 4 room tent! So here's to some fun events and I 

hope to see you all there. And finally, I wish you all a relaxing and happy 

Mother's Day! 

Here's the activity for the month: 

Previous Checking Acct Balance as of 3/28/08: $1,390.03 

Income: 

SCMOTC Conv Reg: $220.00 

Interest: $0.06 

Total Income: $220.06 

Expenses: 

SCMOTC Dues: $35.00 

Speaker Fees: $20.00 

SCMOTC Conv Reg: $380.00 

Total Expenses: $435.00 

Checking Balance as of 4/28/08: $1,175.09 

Previous Savings Acct Balance as of 3/28/08: 2,001.75 

Interest Earned: $0.23 

Savings Balance as of 04/28/08: $2,001.98 

Secret Pals 

Chit Chat 

To Mary B: You are such as sweet and thoughtful person and I'm so glad that you're 

a fellow club member. Have a great day! From your Secret Pal. 

Sherilynne, Happy Mother’s Day from your secret pal. 

Amazing Timer 

-Look for the colored timer Diana talked about at the last meeting at Leaps ‘n Bounds 

http://www.onestepahead.com/catalog/product.jsp? 

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It kills you to see them grow up. But I guess it would 

kill you quicker if they didn't. 

- Barbara Kingsolver, Animal Dreams 

The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom 

of which you will always find forgiveness. 

- Honore de Balzac sayings 

The most important thing a father can do for his 

children is to love their mother. 

Mother is the name for God on the lips and hearts of 

all children 

- Brandon Lee 

Recipe Corner 

Chili Relleno by Jenn Boaz 

1 Lg can whole chiles (or 3 small cans) 

2 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar/jack 

6 eggs 

2 tbsp flour 

½ tsp salt 

1 large can evaporated milk 

1 11 oz can of green enchilada sauce (Las Palmas is good) 

Wash chiles and place them on bottom of a 9x13 baking 

dish sprayed with non-stick spray (make sure they cover 

the bottom of the dish, overlapping is o.k.) Place grated 

cheese on top of chiles. Beat eggs with flour, milk and salt 

and pour over top of cheese. Bake 35 minutes at 375. 

Remove from oven and pour enchilada sauce over top of 

cheese and bake for another 5-10 minutes. Serves 

approximately 8 people. 


Celebrations 

Twin Birthdays 

Olivia & Emilia Ellegaard 5/4/05 

Cameron & Nicole Martin 5/6/03 

Zachary & Ryan Kushner 5/10/04 

Mackenzie & Megan Wright 5/14/95 

Connor & Autumn Morse 5/22/06 

Avery & Gage Leslie 5/31/02 

Mom Birthdays 

Matanane, Donna (hon) 5/1 

Eitzen, Cathy 5/5 

Doxtader, Karen 5/6 

Ruith, Jennifer 5/12 

Coughlin, Kris 5/13 

Dad Birthdays 

Book, Tim 5/7 

Anniversaries 

Alsop, Sara & Stefan 5/3 

Boaz, Jennifer & Andrew 5/26 

May General Meeting: 

Potluck, Board Election, Discussion on Traveling 

with Multiples, and Secret Pals will be Revealed 

Monday, May 19 at 7:00PM 

We will have elections and our Secret Pal Reveal. 

Please bring a final gift to present to your secret 

pal. We will also have an open discussion on 

traveling with kids so bring your tips and tricks. 

NOTE - copies of the flyer above will be sent to you in an email and available 

at our next meeting for your friends and family. 

Upcoming Events 

May General Meeting: 

Monday, May 19 at 7:00PM 

Big Kid’s Club Meeting: 

May 29th at 7:00 pm. 

Annual Silent Auction and Installation 

Dessert Night: 

Monday, June 16 from 6:30PM to 9:00PM 

At the home of Lori and Jon Martin 

Invitation with information will be mailed out. 

Annual Family Camping Trip: 

June 20-22 at Dos Picos Park 

Please see Evite for details 

Preschool Playgroup 

May 9th 3-5 

Starridge Park (Poway) 

13745 Carriage Road 

Host: Mary Buermann 

May 23rd 9-11 

Sirpa Rauhio’s Home 

12259 Berea Court, Poway, 

858-735-5101 

June 13th 3-5 

Highland Park (Carmel Mtn Ranch) 

Highland Ranch Road and Eastbourne Road 

Host: Leesa Kushner 

Book Club 

Corner 

For grown ups: Gorgeously Green by Sophie Uliano - 

This book is fantastic at giving some realistic and small 

steps that you can take as a mother that will make a 

difference for your entire family and the planet. I'm not 

about to start wearing hemp clothes and birks, but I've 

changed my light bulbs, am going to gradually change what 

I clean my house with. 

If you have any book recommendations for either 

adults or children, please let me know at 

pattytok@gmail.com 


4th Annual Family Campout 

Get your reservation in early! 

Who: 

What: 

When: 

Where: 

Cost: 

PHMOTT Club Members and Families 

Weekend Family Camping Trip – Tents and/or RV 

Friday, June 20 – Sunday, June 22, 2008 (Two nights) 

Dos Picos County Park Campgrounds 

17933 Dos Picos Park Road - Ramona, 92065 

$65.00 for a family of four (Add $5.00 for additional family 

member under 12 yrs- for over 12 yrs, add $10) 

Price Includes: 2 nights stay at the campsite and three meals on Saturday with S’mores and Sunday 

breakfast, parking. (Responsible for your own dinner on Friday night) 

Day Rate Available 

Check in: 2:00 pm Friday, June 20 

Check out: 1:00 pm Sunday, June 22 

General Information: 

• We have reserved 12 campsites total – nine have partial hook-ups, three sites are tent only. 

• Two families can be at one campsite or up to 8 people per campsite. 

• Each campsite has a fire ring, a table and a grill. 

• There are bathrooms close by with hot showers. 

• There is a playground that may require a drive but could be hiked to 

• Each day the park ranger will post a list of activities for kids and family members. There are organized hikes, 

nature trails, crafts, horseshoe pits, etc. On Friday night at dusk there is a “BAT HIKE” – bring flashlights. 

• Bring any outdoor activities your family may enjoy (volleyball, croquet, badminton, bikes, balls, Frisbees, etc.) 

• Families should bring their own “special" drinks and/or snacks (alcoholic beverages are allowed). The club will 

provide water (but you can never have enough), coffee, hot chocolate, OJ, Milk, juice boxes. 

Payment is due in full to Nicole Murray by May 30 th Any questions or concerns: contact Jennifer Boaz at (858) 675-0006 or 

Alyssa Navapanich at (858) 484-9600. 

For general information and directions go to: http://www.co.san-diego.ca.us/parks/camping/dos_picos.html 

CAMPING PLANNING MEETING – Monday, MAY 12 TH AT 

7:00 pm at Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf in Carmel Mtn Ranch (next 

to Michael’s).

Membership Roster 

Below is a list of people that have paid to date. If your 

name is not listed please send a $30 check to: 

Nicole Murray, 13816 Fontanelle Place 

Jennifer Adams 

Tyra Aeling 

Diana Aldrete 

Sara Alsop 

Angela Bedell 

Jennifer Boaz 

Liza Book 

Veronica Brown 

Mary Buermann 

Angela Caires 

Rene Carmichael 

Marilyn Chesney (honorary) 

Shannon Clark 

Marijo Clemons 

Kris Coughlin 

Patti Deguzman 

Elaine Dobesh 

Karen Doxtader 

Cathy Eitzen 

Karina Fidler 

Jamie Flechsig 

Patricia Frech 

Janine Gavin 

Janine Gillot 


Kristin Guhse 

Karen Haworth 

Catherine Hunt 

Fawna Jaramillo 

From The Editor 

San Diego, CA 92128 

Elizabeth Kerr 

Stacy Konyn 

Leesa Kushner 

Sherilynne Lacny 

Ann Leslie 

Kham Longstaff 

Lori Martin 

Donna Matanane (honorary) 

Michelle Medley 

Rachelle Morse 

Nicole Murray 

Alyssa Navapanich 

Allison Oppeltz 

Sirpa Rauhio 

Jennifer Ruith 

Katie Sabin 

Megan Schirmacher 

Heidi Snyder (honorary) 

Sieran Sohn 

Ivy Stein 

Megan Streicher 

Patricia Tokushige 

Leslie Walsh 

Anna Weight 

Christine Wong 

Micki Wright (honorary) 

Tina Wu 

Tracy Yeager 

Patty Tokushige 

May has arrived - to me that means summer vacation is right around the corner 

and spring cleaning is finished (ha ha…). I took something important away from 

the speaker at our April meeting - I am always looking for that “teaching” 

opportunity when playing with my kids, so now I am trying to just sit back and let 

them take the lead. It has been so much fun to get a glimpse at what they are 

thinking about. Great advice! Thanks to all who contributed to the newsletter 

this month - the minutes are great and I think we all enjoy the pictures 

submitted. I am hopeful about taking longer trips with my kids armed with many 

new tools from the twin tips column. Hope everyone has a well deserved happy 

Mother’s Day - an extra special one to those of you with new arrivals and those 

of you expecting new arrivals! 

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Pomerado Hospital Mothers of 

Twins and Triplets Club 

(PHMOTTC) 

P.O. Box 500-484 

San Diego, CA 92150-0484 

Board of Directors and Chairmoms 

Club Info 

President 

Jennifer Boaz 

858/675-0006 

jrboaz@earthlink.net 

1st VP of Programs 

Cathy Eitzen 

858/592-7365 

ceitzen@san.rr.com 

2nd VP of Membership 

Diana Aldrete 

760/798-9678 

aldrete99@cox.net 

Treasurer & 

Webmaster 

Nicole Murray 

858/385-0373 

mrsnicole@san.rr.com 

Secretary (Interim) 


858/679-1711 

jennyglad@cox.net 

Parliamentarian 

Alyssa Navapanich 

858/484-9600 

h8n2w8@sbcglobal.net 

Camera/Scrapbook 

Ann Leslie 

858/486-7632 

akleslie@cox.net 

National/State Rep. 

Lori Martin 

858-759-8861 

newfmmy@yahoo.com 

Newsletter 

Patty Tokushige 

858/674-7562 

pattytok@gmail.com 

Philanthropy 

Elizabeth Kerr 

858/618-2456 

elsspk@sbcglobal.net 

Publicity/Advertising 

Rene Carmichael 

858/674-1730 

reneqc@san.rr..com 

Secret Pal 

Angela Caires 

858-484-1718 

acaires@axesstel.com 

Sunshine 

Sara Alsop 

858-842-1575 

saras-toys@cox.net 

Social: Open 

Ways & Means: Open 

Any parent or guardian 

of multiple birth children 

are welcome to join. 

Dues are $30 per 

year payable in June. 

Three month trial membership 

is available. 

Monthly meetings are 

held at Pomerado Hospital 

on the 3rd Monday 

of the month Sept.- 

May. 

Charter members of 

Southern California 

Mothers of Twins Clubs, 

Inc. (SCMOTC) 

Member of the National 

Organization of 

Twins Clubs, Inc. 

(NOMOTC)

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