March 2008 Calendar

Fraud Info

Thanks to those of you who came and participated in our discussion group last night. We had a very informative time! Susan prepared a handout that we found very helpful, the info is below. She's quite the expert in this area, so shoot her any questions you might have.


What is ID theft?
Is CC theft the same thing?

How do they do it?
1. Mail theft (Phoenix is #1 in the US)
A. Intercepting incoming credit cards, bills, statements, etc.
B. Grabbing out-going mail (check washing)
• Use real mail boxes for outgoing mail
• Keep track of your bills – if you don’t receive something, call & watch
• Balance your checkbook regularly

2. Dumpster diving
• Shred everything w/ your name & address (magazine labels, etc.)

3. Internet
A. Data breaches
B. Phishing
C. Pharming
• Give your CC companies your information so they can contact you if there’s a problem & respond if you hear from them
• Be smart about the information you provide on-line, even when purchasing
• Be skeptical
• If in question, call the number on the back of your card
• I don’t use my debit card much – would rather have my CC used than my own money from my bank acct

4. Skimming
• Watch the person handling your card
• Watch your statements carefully
• Be skeptical
• I don’t use my debit card much – would rather have my CC used than my own money from my bank acct

5. Lost or Stolen
• Guard your SS# -- don’t keep your card in your wallet & when someone asks for it, challenge
• Have your CC info somewhere besides your purse/wallet – copy front & back somewhere safe

Impromptu Fun Activity

Have you always wanted to go to the Arabian Horse Show in Scottsdale? Taisey Higgenbotham found out on their website that this Friday they have a family night where admission is free. I'll be going, so if you think there are any other women in the ward interested have them contact Taisey, 602-276-0127.

Here's the website: http://www.scottsdaleshow.com/

53rd Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show Family Night Friday - on Friday, February 22, 2008 admission will be free for all family members after 3pm in the afternoon. Bring the whole family for a fun evening at the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show. Have dinner, peruse the Shopping Expo and watch the beautiful Arabian horses compete for the coveted title of Scottsdale Champion.

Get Ready for Our March Enrichment!!

Sunday's Lesson

Questions to consider as you study our lesson for Relief Society this week:

What are some things that help you look to the Savior
today?

What comfort do you receive from knowing that "all
your losses will be made up to you in the
resurrection, provided you continue faithful"?

In what ways can a knowledge of the resurrection help
us "begin to enjoy that which shall be in full
hereafter"?

Thanks! We look forward to a great discussion!

Vineyard Vivacious Valentines Party

Happy Hearts Day Everyone!

Coming up in just FIVE DAYS is the Vineyard Vivacious Valentines Party! Itwill be at 6:30PM at the CHURCH on SATURDAY NIGHT, so bring your friends,kids and sweethearts and be ready to have a good time with lots of treatsand games! If you didn't sign up on Sunday, please email Shellie Carter atshelliedesign@qwest.net so you can help out and bring something.

See you there!

Primary, Nursery Wish List

The Primary is trying to get a few items for our nurseries. The following is a wish list:

board puzzles (wooden or foam- not cardboard)

shape sorters

graduated stacking toys

nesting toys

cars or trains that connect magnetically or with hooks

board books with few words and simple pictures

matching games



Thank you so much for whatever you may find in your closets, at thrift stores, or yard sales to help fill the nurseries' wish lists.

If you have any of the above, please e-mail Linda Sheffer, mgsheffer@gmail.com with the item/s you can donate so we avoid too many duplicates. Thank you so much!

The Vineyard Ward Primary