Paradise

Sorry for the delay in posting. With power outages, family, friends and just plain grief, I did not have the initiative to write.

We are fine, as is all of our personal property. Surprisingly, through all this devastation, the only fatality was a car accident somehow fire related. Most people had enough notice to leave with just a few belongings.

A few scenes from Ventura:






The house that once held my heart still stands. Unfortunately few of my neighbors were as lucky.
 Thank you for your kind words and prayers.

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  1. LollyDecember 8, 2017 at 9:24 AM

    Oh Linda... I am so sorry. I cannot envision going through this. Still praying mightily for you; every day. xo

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  2. BirdieDecember 8, 2017 at 10:05 AM

    I can’t imagine to begin to understand the fear and the feelings of devastation. The sadness of it all is overwhelming.

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    1. Linda dDecember 8, 2017 at 10:13 AM

      I like to think of that Fred Rogers saying, "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping".

      I shows me hope and goodness.

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  3. Marie SmithDecember 8, 2017 at 10:16 AM

    So glad you and yours are safe, Linda. You’ve been on my mind.

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  4. Debra She Who SeeksDecember 8, 2017 at 10:34 AM

    Glad you're okay! Have been watching news coverage of these fires -- just incredible. Sometimes I wonder if there's anything of California left. It seems to be on fire every year.

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  5. Notes From ABroadDecember 8, 2017 at 10:55 AM

    I am so very sorry that this has touched your lives.. I see things on the news and feel so bad for everyone and fear there is no way to make any sense of the loss and worry and grief. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  6. Margaret (Peggy or Peg too)December 8, 2017 at 12:03 PM

    I am glad you and your family are fine.
    My husbands sisters live in Orange County/Dove Canyon and we were concerned about them when I awoke to see it had spread to San Diego. We pulled up maps because it was too early to call. (everyone is fine)
    This is all so gut wrenching to watch. I can't fathom living through this. So happy to know you are all safe.

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  7. MarthaDecember 8, 2017 at 6:25 PM

    Words fail me. I just don't know what to say. I'm glad you are safe. What a horrible, tragic situation.

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  8. ShadowDecember 9, 2017 at 12:12 AM

    *gasp* it looks like a war zone, I am so so happy you are okay, hugs and love to you. Keep the faith

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  9. ColetteDecember 9, 2017 at 6:37 AM

    Wow! I am happy you are safe. Stunning photos that really capture the terrifying awe of this catastrophe.

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  10. Linda dDecember 9, 2017 at 8:34 AM

    Thanks everyone♥ This is a strong community and it will rebuild but only if those fuckers at the permit office hire 25 COMPETENT people. Otherwise it will be 3 years out before anyone can hammer so much as one nail.

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