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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Original Post - Aug 1, 2009 - 09:36pm PT
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Lived here in this casa for 27 years. Got home from JB's memorial and somehow I looked at this place and all the work and knew it was time to move on.
There's Fun to be had and I want to write and create music, be in the outdoors mostly and so much more.
So where do I go ? That's my question to you all. I need to find a new home. I live in the country with no close neighbors...can walk out in my skivies and no one around. I have stars and every night awesome sunsets. I can't live in a big city. I love sunshine and water and need to be outdoors ALOT.
Suggestions ?
Yo found me a new car......can you find me a home ??? lynnie
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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Got any pics?
Blitzo probably wouldn't mind some company.
At the beach, or by the stone is my suggestion.
What are you going to do about your business?
I have a place i could rent you.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 1, 2009 - 09:45pm PT
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Yeah, Beach, Water, Stone....my favorite things. So far keeping the business. Blitzo....nah, he would not like my life style ....tooo exciting. I'll try to post some pics of the casa. Just want to make a change. Doing it by the book. I waited 18 months....now I know what I want to do. (All the psych people and printed material say don't make any immediate changes. I didn't ...but now I am ready to go on. ) Peace, Lynne
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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uuh, not really interested in pics of the casa, i was talking about the skivies.
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MisterE
Trad climber
Meeteetse, Wyoming
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Oh Ha Ha
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Pennsylenvy
Gym climber
A dingy corner in your refrigerator
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Lynn,
I wish the best on your new adventure.Almost a year ago now my life changed and I have turned the corner on taking advantage of the new possibilities. Once you start the journey there are many roads to choose from. Enjoy.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 1, 2009 - 09:53pm PT
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Lol...jess lovin' yo guys ....cause you make me laugh and YOU ARE THE BEST life has to offer. Peace and Joy, Lynne
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 1, 2009 - 09:55pm PT
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Timmy, thanks Dude. Hope to see ya at the Lift...but no matter, joy and the best to you always. lrl
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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I have a nice little place at the beach i could rent ya, until ya find your next destination.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 1, 2009 - 10:02pm PT
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Zip, yeah seriously ? Mail me the details dude. Love the beach.
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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1/2 of a king size Serta, pillowtop.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Land 'o' plenty for sale near Vedauwoo, you could prolly buy a time zone for what you might get for prime San Diego Rural dirt, Gonna have to do more handcracks, though.
Check it out when you drive Blitzo out in two weeks.
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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brave women?
yeah, i'll second that.
climbing with Locker and a road trip with Blitzo?
that's my definition of courage.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 1, 2009 - 10:23pm PT
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thanks rokjox, life is ..... and I want to live it not just for myself but for any and all I can be a part of. Going on.....:D lynne
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 1, 2009 - 10:26pm PT
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Zip, you always are a blessing in my crazy life. Locker, he is someone I totally respect on the rock. Blitzo, I think we could make it to The Voo together.....yo never know. I need to check my work calendar. Peace my wonderful campfire family :DD lynnie
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Jerry Dodrill
climber
Sebastopol, CA
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Hey Lynnie,
Head North to Sonoma or Marin. We'd love to have you. The climbing isn't spectacular, granted. But the art, music, outdoors, wine, and food is off the charts, with the Sonoma Coast right here too. You're always welcome for a tour with me and the wifey. We're in Sebastopol, between Santa Rosa and the coast.
Cheers,
Jerry
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 1, 2009 - 10:36pm PT
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Jerry, thanks mi amigo, mayhap will take yo up on your offer. You and your family the best always. I will email yo. Smiles, lynne
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Tarbuster
climber
right here, right now
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You GO girl.
The change'l do ya good.
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Expand your horizons, there is life outside of California, although beaches might be in short supply.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 1, 2009 - 10:49pm PT
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Thanks mi amigo, tarbuster and amiga lisa. It Will do me good! Appreciate you for verifying it in words. Verbage is muy importanta. I am blessed with my life.....just need some direction. I respect my campfire and any info they have. Peace and love, lynne
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 1, 2009 - 10:57pm PT
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donini, don't really need beaches.....just water of any type and the outdoors with not alot of fog etc. Love sun. Peace and welcome all for any suggestions......:DD lynne
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dogtown
climber
Cheyenne,Wyoming
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Really, Are you making a move for you or just because? Stop. Think . Please. No more Drama. You have a good life, with lot’s of friend’s who love you, what’s more important than that?
Dog.
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Ricky D
Trad climber
Sierra Westside
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Have you considered something more mobile?
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, Ca.
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Shasta areas is nice, Mt Lassen too.
Maybe The East side, Mammoth lakes area.
I assume you want to stay in Cali. If not, Montana, Wyoming?
I've considered those, just not job-able there, for me.
I see you in the East side somewhere...maybe Shasta.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there lynne... wow, if you know you've waited long enough, then the good lord will direct your heart... best wishes... hope it goes smooth and that you listen for the right trail, etc...
say, after my life fell apart, i was a displaced person for far too long.... due to many factors beyond my control... BUT---it all worked out good, as to me getting to see my mom and brothes, etc...
so i know that your next trail will work out good, even if it takes a bit to find and settle it... just "listen" good... so if it doesnt go too smooth at first, you will have no doubts...
now, as for me, i never had to wonder or scout where to go (though that mite have been fun) but i am here, due to grandkids, and not sure where i'd go, if i never had them (but my life story is different, and such)... thus--i know this is where i should be, even though there are some other neat spots that i would love more...
so right now--i'm just loving them...
say, best wishes, and keep sharing, as you hit the trail, so we will know how you are fairing...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 12:31am PT
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This is why the Post....you dudettes and dudes are incredible. Spewing out stuff I never would have thought of. Thank you. I am moving, I need to move on, my gut tells me it's time and my gut rarely fails me.
So would appreciate prayers for my home to sell and God's direction on where to go. Hey, if my home sells I will camp some where til I find a new home. lynnie has learned flexibility.
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east side underground
Trad climber
Hilton crk,ca
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East side "Rocks" and you can still surf if you are so inclined-On the way home from the meadows today my friend and I remarked how lucky we are to have lived in such a cool place for so many years and still love it - Oh yeah it helps to like winter and not be worried about getting rich!:)
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 12:42am PT
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Rich has never been an issue and winter is "Cool".
Please keep the ideas coming. Is it necessary to live by family ?
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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L,
I have told you this before, 5 words will have a major positive affect on your life:
Eighteen year old boy toy!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 12:48am PT
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boy toys are ..... just too young. I love the people in my life. Actually, I love my life. I just need a new geographical location. Smiles, Lynne
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, Ca.
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Lynne, are you semi-retiring and doing part time work? The working part may have a big impact on what you choose.
If money is not an issue, you have many options. I don't wanna delve into your personal life, but that would help with the suggestions.
Good for you to move on! You have family everywhere, but don't forget your 'real' family. They still love ya too.
Good on ya, God bless, Lynne!
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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DON'T LEAVE ME!
the plants will all die!
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, Ca.
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Lynne would overwhelm younglings like that, zip.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 12:57am PT
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ok, my family will be fine. I don't know what i need or want to do. I think I have a book or two in me. If not, oh well. I do NOT want to live life in the ordinary way. If I get sick I told the kids to park me under a tree in the middle of nowhere and let me be at peace.
Lynnie will figure out something. :DD
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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BR,
Take two, and call me in the morning if you aren't feeling better.
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JEleazarian
Trad climber
Fresno CA
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Lynne,
Your courage continues to inspire my wife and me. I'm afraid my advice on this is of minimal value, but I'll offer what's more important -- our prayers.
Would college towns be attractive to you? I'm thinking of the central coast near San Luis Obispo. Although the housing is by no means cheap, it's much cheaper than San Diego County. Cal Poly provides lots of intellectual and musical stimulation, but the area has the unpretentiousness of any agricultural area (there's lots of wineries, particularly near Paso Robles but little snobbery to speak of).
It's about 2 1/2 hours from here (less if the cops aren't looking), so the Ditch would be much closer. Of course if you want water and stone, it's hard to beat the Tahoe area, but I can't speak to the musical scene, cost or snobbery.
John
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 01:03am PT
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JEleazarian, Bluey and All.....yo the Dudes and thanks. Keep the ideas coming . It will happen....hopefully sooner rather than later. Really feeling like I need to move on. Peace and Love, Lynne
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, Ca.
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Alright, Lynne, Eastide or Nor Cal in the Lassen/Shasta area.
I'd say bay area but you may not like it.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 01:05am PT
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Bluey, think the Eastside may be a good consideration. :D
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dogtown
climber
Cheyenne,Wyoming
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Bye! Stop by sometime.
Bruce.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there lynne.. say, if you want some real greatoutdoors there is always alaska and canada, too...
then, there is the vast state of texas... and the desert heat of arizona and new mexico...
montana, big sky place to be...
there is the appalation area...
hawaii...
the rockies...
and colorado...
then, there is the smoky mountain areas...
course, with all these, i dont know what bigger towns are around that have the art, etc.. but just throwing a variety...
:)
have fun... :)
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WBraun
climber
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That's exactly what I've done my entire life too, HowWeird.
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Ihateplastic
Trad climber
Lake Oswego, Oregon
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Hi Lynne,
Well... except for the sun Oregon has lots to offer. (Unless employment is a requirement!) Mountains, snow, beaches, friendly people, healthy food places, pick your own farms, hot less than one week a year.
Bend is a place with climbing, rivers, etc. and housing is depressed there now. Not as much rain as POURtland and the coast.
I have lived in CA/ID/MT/GA(don't ask) and the UK but I am happiest here. I have been here for 15 years and have no plans of moving.
Simon
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Virgin Gorda BVI Lynne, we will all come and visit.
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Karl Baba
Trad climber
Yosemite, Ca
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Maybe it would help if you listed the things you are looking for, and also other needs.
Climbing? or just nature? Community but not big city? How much community or isolation. Wanna make music? How much music scene?
How much is business or work/money a limitation? Need to be close to anybody or anyplace you know?
Spell how what's defined or open and it might help point you in the right direction
Peace
Karl
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Do you need a house in Portola?
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hossjulia
Trad climber
Eastside
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Yeah Lynne, you could sell the SD place and buy a climbers crash pad/retirement home on the Eastside! (I wish)
Too bad it's so damned expensive here.
I left SD as soon as I got out of high school:
#1 FLEAS SUCK
#2 No skiing
#3 Too Hot
#4 Too Crowded
#5 Dirty Air
#6 Sucky tap water
I only miss the beach a little, and the North Coast is much nicer.
Having a place to live is not that important though, something will come along. Home is where your heart is, and that can be anywhere.
Lee Vining is an awesome little town and you would fit in great! I may winter over here. Or the Valley. Or Mexico. Not sure yet. :)
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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I think this is very selfish of you!
Have you taken any time to think about how this is going to affect me?
I spend all last winter training you, and now that you have actually become fun to climb with, you want to leave me?
FINE!
Flee grasshopper!
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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HATERS!
California, and San Diego rock!
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hossjulia
Trad climber
Eastside
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Hey Rox, you haven't hung out on the Eastside much, have you?
Nothing on my list here.
It's Great Basin territory, from here to Grand Junction CO.
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couchmaster
climber
pdx
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Lynne: organize and execute around written priorities.
Take some time to brainstorm and write down, on paper, the things that are important to you. TO YOU!. Include everything...health, relationships, money, whatever, but include it all.
It will all be easy after that. Good luck and all the best to you.
___
Zip, please don't ever stop, you're cracking me up here:-) LOL!
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happiegrrrl
Trad climber
New York, NY
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This is SO obvious, I can name that tune in One word: Sportsmobile!"
Lynne - It sounds to me like you can easily afford a rig like F10's or Zips. You must have gotten the tour of Zips rig by now. It even has, not one, but TWO showers!
Get a rig and hit the road, staying in these various places mentioned and beyond. Do it til your gut gives an indication as to whether or not it wants the burden of real estate, and if so, where.
Just like blind dates, nobody else can really pick a place to settle in for us.
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Check out the San Juan Mountains in SW Colorado. There is this wonderful juxtaposition of high mountains and high desert. Super scenery, hiking, climbing etc. and the communities attract interesting people
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Studly
Trad climber
WA
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I volunteer Portland, Oregon or vicinity. Its got a good economy, laidback atmosphere but still the city. Got the beach, the woods, and the mountains all within a hour drive. Not so far to Cali or Seattle. Great year round climate, cooler then Cali in the winter of course but not to harsh. Good people, good times, and housing is affordable.
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Prod
Trad climber
A place w/o Avitars apparently
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Don't move to Michigan.
Prod.
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Charlie D.
Trad climber
Western Slope, Tahoe Sierra
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Lynne,
You may want to consider the west slope of the Sierra. We live east of Placerville in the town of Camino aka Apple Hill. Moved here from Pacific Beach 31 years ago to live in the mountains for all that it offers; a change of seasons, Lovers Leap/Phantom Spires/Sugarloaf, BC & resort skiing, rivers etc. At 3000 feet we typically don't have to deal with snow/ice and we're above the valley fog. We have robust gardens & ponds on a ridge above the American River canyon. A great mix of trees only the west slope can offer.
One issue here is the summer heat although at 3,000 ft. it rarely reaches a 100 degrees but it is hot June through Sept. I'm sorry I didn't take the time to introduce myself at the memorial, hope you find what you're looking for like we did. It's a great community with good souls.
Charlie D.
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divad
Trad climber
wmass
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Lynne,
Best of luck with your upcoming move. You might want to consider the Northeast. It's got just what you're looking for.. mountains(well, hills compared to whatcha got out west) and water(it falls out of the sky almost everyday here). :)
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KathyS
Trad climber
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Here's another vote for traveling around and checking out new places until you find one that calls to you. Keep trusting your gut - it's never wrong.
Kathy
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 03:15pm PT
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Thanks All !!! I've been packing up and throwing away all morning. If I find a buyer I'll be READY!
Virgin Gorda,,,,,,yeah been there a couple times. I love the Caribbean but it's to far from yo guys. I actually would like to have a sailing adventure before I cash it in.
And Zip ...... I value laughter too much, I'll be around. Please tell Happie Girl I did not even know your van had a shower, much less two. I have only Driven in Zip's van. Hey, I have a reputation to protect :DD
I Really appreciate All the suggestions and the planning tips.
Lynnie
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, Ca.
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Lynne, you may want to travel around while your house is on the market. Maybe wait 6 months before selling, watch the market.
Not a good time to sell.
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hooblie
climber
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aahh, the exact moment, the cracking of the egg. transformation takes a while setting up. then takes a while to resolve. but how nice to apprehend the crossing over. wrap yourself in the ambiguity, while your feet are in both worlds, and wear a confident smile!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 03:55pm PT
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bluey, you have been a great real life friend to lynne. Thanks for your words and advice. Right now as long as I get reasonable, I'll take it. Life is calling.....
Hooblie, poetic beauty. :D A good beginning. I have a gut feeling the rest of my life will be an adventure.
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charley
Trad climber
nw pa.
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Lynne, I do not know you except for what I have read here. You seem to be a well adjusted,confident, and content person. That would lead me to believe you could be happy anywhere. You may be interested in what's out there. Travel can answer that somewhat. My home can be pretty and pleasant in may but way different in a Jan. snow storm. Backpacker and outside magazine plus online sites have all had articles on the best places to live and they give reasons why. Try some research in those places for some general ideas.
I can relate to some feelings about buying and selling. My wife and I are about 61-62 and just subdivided our lot and last week our new modular home was set on the basement. My mother in law will be moving in with us and we have two houses for sale. It is not the best time to buy or sell but it fits what we wanted to do. We will have a nice new home and her mom will have someone near. After I get the yard fixed and some other things done I may get to go climbing again. :-)
I wish you the best of luck in your search for a new home and new life. Listen quietly, the answers will come. You can pray for our houses to sell also.
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CynthiaL
Social climber
Joshua Tree
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Lynne,
I don't know if you're even considering Joshua Tree, but if you would like to "try it out" so to speak, I have an extra room. My house is about 15 minutes from the West Entrance. I live in a neighborhood but have 3 acres, so there is definitely "space."
I don't think we've actually met but I was at the Tarbuster fundraiser with my now ex-boyfriend, F10.
So I am in transition myself, and truly believe that God will lead us to whom and to where we're meant to be if we open ourselves to His guidance.
If you're at all interested shoot me an email.
Cyn
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MisterE
Trad climber
Meeteetse, Wyoming
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That's great news about the change, Lynn!
It takes a lot of courage to leave the familiar behind, but the new is fascinating and different: thus rewarding on new levels.
The universe supports us embracing change and facing our fears!
Yay for Lynn!
Erik
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 08:25pm PT
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Charley, great comments. I will pray your homes sell.
Cynthia, what a gracious offer. I may take you up on it. It would be fun to meet. I know F10 a little.
And Mr. E always appreciate your upbeat imput.
Just need room for my books, art and music along with the great outdoors. I think most of yo folks agreed that traveling around and checking out different areas to get a sense of place and space would be good. Sounds like a plan. Love you All. Lynne
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, Ca.
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good luck, lynne!!!!
have fun, look around....stay in touch!
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happiegrrrl
Trad climber
New York, NY
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"Please tell Happie Girl I did not even know your van had a shower, much less two. I have only Driven in Zip's van. Hey, I have a reputation to protect"
Ummm.....I'm sure you're really not implying something untoward, Lynn; it just reads that way!
As everyone knows - Zip talks. Maybe it's also that I find the Sportsmobile/Road Treks and other vehicle homes pretty cool and always ask for tours.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 09:58pm PT
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Happi, jess, kidding ... I love to laugh. Trying to make a joke....which I need to work on :D
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Captain...or Skully
Social climber
nowhere, I'm headed for certain doom
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I got it, Lynne.
Timing, it's all timing. Really!
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Ricky D
Trad climber
Sierra Westside
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Lynne - my daughter was in a similar dilemma about "where to be"...other than in her Mom's house.
So I bought her an Amtrak ticket from Simi Valley to Seattle with one caveat: "ride it the whole way, get off at every new town and look around for a while, then decide."
She did, and ended up falling in love with Portland!!!
We moved her up there last fall and she is doing great.
Point being - expand your horizons in loosely planned ways and be open to new places.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 2, 2009 - 11:51pm PT
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Thanks guys, timing is life and life is all about timing....hope I get it right. Peace and Joy .... looking for the ones in my life and the places of life. :D
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Bob D'A
Trad climber
Boulder, CO
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Good luck on what ever place you choose or what ever journey you take.
You always have a place to crash in Boulder.
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Fish Finder
Social climber
THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART
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Hey Lynn , How are you ?
The thread is long and i havent read the whole thing,so excuse me if someone has already offered this.
Get a large map on the wall,
Get all shiitt faced ,
Get a Dart .
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Ed Hartouni
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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east side sounds like something you'd really like...
take Jaybro up on his offer in Portola, check out that part of the Sierra
talk to eKat about Mt. Shasta area... lots of California north of SF... then there's Oregon and Washington...
heading east, lots of friends in and around Salt Lake City, they really like the area...
Wyoming
Colorado
Montana
Idaho
or maybe even Arizona or New Mexico...
I think you could go to any of these places and find people to help out in your quest. Stay a bit and move on... at least in plan. Who knows where your roots will go down?!
British Columbia... too..
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dmalloy
Trad climber
eastside
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did anyone mention New Mexico yet?
Plenty of artists find strong muses down there, and there is still enough space that you might have a skivvie-safe front yard. Hard to find that on the Eastside.
What other of the 50 states have we not suggested ;?
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 3, 2009 - 12:27am PT
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Bob D'A, Skully and ALL of you that have said lynne could come stay and check out the Hood....you are just the best that life and God has to offer. Imagine, people yo never seen offering up their hearts and homes to make it happen for a human on this orb....gezzzz love all you !!!
Ed, really ?, never even heard of Portola is it cool ?
Ain't life Great ? :DDD
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JOEY.F
Social climber
sebastopol
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Hi Lynne,
You'd fit right in here in Sonoma County, like Jerry said.
Really nice climate, lots of outdorsiness, and plenty o freaks to keep you entertained!
Best of luck on your search, take your time.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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I developed a crag about a half a mile from the house, just for you, well okay, it was a alittle while back...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 3, 2009 - 01:50am PT
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Jaybro, A crag in mi honor .... wow....gotta check that one out. :D
jOEY.F sounds pretty darn good ....will check out this area also. The planet and the people are solid....just need to make a connection.
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Mighty Hiker
Social climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Mississippi, Kansas, and Florida look promising. Check them out.
You should be safe from climbers there. :-)
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Fletcher
Trad climber
a buttery white sand beach... I wish!
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When the student is ready, the teacher appears. So it is with your situation. When you're ready, the town will appear. Sound like you're on the right track and state of mind already. You'll know in your heart when you're "home."
All the best on your journey. Just make sure there's a net connection so we all can stay in touch!
Eric
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 3, 2009 - 02:53am PT
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Fletcher, always be keepin in touch...:D
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Hardluck
Social climber
Just who wants to know...
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Lynne,
I won't offer suggestions on a new landing spot for you, but I will offer you free moving boxes. I have three dozen medium-sized boxes from the professional moving company that relocated us in the last move. They are yours if you want them. I travel to SD several times a month for work and I'd be happy to drop them off on my next trip.
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Mighty Hiker
Social climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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OK, I'm back from the car now.
There are some parameters you haven't mentioned - time, family, finances, work, etc. They may help define the search, or at least limit it. For example, I think most of your family is in southern California. You have a profession/business there, which can't easily be moved, but perhaps could be sold, or a manager hired.
Within that, my guess is that you need some Lynne-time. That is, you've been busy for the last many years being from a traditional family, going to school, getting married and having a husband, having children and then grandchildren, starting and running a business, and on and on. Suddenly a lot of those commitments no longer apply. The traditional wisdom is to take a little time, then explore new things. Travel. Read. Volunteer. Go to night school. Think about what you want to do for the next 30 years. Take up new hobbies or activities. Plan for retiring, or retire. Write a memoir or family history.
In the context of your family, climbing, and climber friends, there's a lot of options. You could spend the next year on the road, visiting and climbing and stuff, and simply consider options. Being in new environments and meeting new people can help with that.
Let me know if I can help. You can always visit BC, though it helps if you are part-amphibian at some times of the year. (Don't come next February, though.)
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 3, 2009 - 03:21am PT
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Hardluck .... boxes welcome....!!
Mighty HIker .....your advice welcome also. Peace, Lynne
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 3, 2009 - 11:17am PT
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You all have pretty much nailed it. I must be pretty transparent for yo all to know me so well :D Mighty Hike, you summed it up pretty well. Except I want to write books for awhile instead of reading them.
For whatever reason....can't quite quantify it yet...coming home from Bachar's Memorial did something to make me serious about moving on....and soon. Gezzzz, I miss that Dude ! Know Tyrus and Paola must be going through some heavy stuff. lynne
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Gobee
Trad climber
Los Angeles
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Hello Lynne,
I went to a retirement class, and they said that if you think you found a place to move to, go there at the worst time of year. Be it snow, heat, or rain, and bugs, and rent, like three months, because than you will know if you can hang? Also, it might be the right place, but the wrong part of town, to shady, or open, or bad part etc. You can travel until you find a place. Keep your place now if you can afford it, because It costs a lot to move or put your stuff in storage, hope this helps?
Matt
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10b4me
Gym climber
Happy Boulders
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Hi Lynne,
do you want to live in an area that has four seasons? i.e. snow?
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Start smoking and drinking and move to Camp 4.........
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 3, 2009 - 04:30pm PT
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I'm not the greatest "snow" driver having lived in So Cal most of my life.....so, maybe three seasons :D
Gordo Mon, I almost did today....cig's, tokillya and camp 4 looked pretty darn great !
Should have seen this coming. Clearing out Dan's stuff yesterday, shaving kit he always took on our trips, more clothes....
When I woke up today I felt like someone took a 2X4 and hit me as hard as they could in the gut. Life.....whadda ya do ???
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Russ Walling
Gym climber
Poofter's Froth, Wyoming
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Lynne, how about teaching Ebonics in like rural Costa Rica or something? Sun, sand, surf, limited internet, and tons of little shoeless grubbers looking for the correct way to say "what up Yo?.... jess messin wit yo!"
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 3, 2009 - 05:23pm PT
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Ahhh, Russ .....you'll never know how Much I needed the laugh yo just gave me. Actually, I like the idea. It contains all my favorite things ! Zeriously :D
Edit: I have a great story about shoeless grubbers in San Blas when the riverboat guide went under a bridge with the 3 of us in his boat. He miscalculated the H2O height, knocked off the motor (and our heads if we had not literally hit the deck) and there we were sinking in the crocodile river. The shoeless grubbers helped and I rewarded them with most of the goodies in my backpack. Dan sure knew how to have fun !!!!!
Double Edit: I have been criticized for my use of yo on ST. But I just can't help it. The word is very therauptic for some weird reason. Can't splain......
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 3, 2009 - 05:32pm PT
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So many wonderful places and people..... Vast and giving of itself this planet we inhabit. Mayhap I will transform into a gypsy.......
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Gene
climber
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It's obvious Lynne.
Get a van. Pack little. Go on a road trip and visit your ST family until you find the place that screams out to you as your new home. You could take a week or a decade to do this. What an opportunity. We'd all love to have you come and stay a while.
gene
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 3, 2009 - 05:54pm PT
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Gene, you may have tied up the package. I have a van. Prob is....yo can confirm with family and friends....I ALWAYS pack too much...sigh, it's an illness I think. I am the only one I know that packs a 4"x4" stove with little fuel pills on a cruise to the Caribbean.
Say, what if the ship sank and you were on a life boat. A little stove would come in handy. HEY, whenever there's a prob everyone runs to my room....or tent....or home. Smiles, Lynne
And thanks for the smiles today ST family! The last 24/7 have been hell. lynnie
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Gene
climber
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Get a roof rack for the van and haul a trailer.
gm
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 3, 2009 - 06:48pm PT
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LOL....in Germany they call them Anhangers (sp?) the thing you pull behind the bus. No, I think I can still transform from the gadget girl to keepin' it simple yo gal. :)
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Gene
climber
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So, Go, Yo!
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Captain...or Skully
Social climber
Boise....
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Aug 31, 2009 - 08:55pm PT
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Best bet?
Go for something COMPLETELY different.....
No comfort zone AT ALL.
Fresh trail. No tracks.
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quietpartner
Trad climber
Moantannah
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Aug 31, 2009 - 09:45pm PT
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Yeah, Skully. I know what you mean. Sometimes I think it'd be fun to hunt cobras in India.
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Gene Pool
Trad climber
A trailer park in Santa Cruz
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Aug 31, 2009 - 10:28pm PT
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I don't how crazy you want to get, but there are some really nice forests and people out here in north carolina and tennessee. I grew up in so cal, moved to santa cruz and now am learning to appreciate the summer rains, forests full of flowers, LACK OF CROWDS, and great climbing and rivers of the south. If you need another nudge, it is frickin cheap compared to CA. 200k and you get a really nice place just outside of most towns. Places I would recommend: Chattanooga, Ashville, Brevard, Bonne and the tiny jewel of Davis, WV. Even if you just want to get away, the blueridge parkway in Fall is gorgeous and makes CA centric folks realize it isn't all about the west coast. Good luck wherever you move and stick through the first year or so. Magically after around a year after a move amazing things have always happened for me...as they are here for me on the South/North Carolina border. Feel free to stop by. We have three extra rooms - something I would never say if I lived in CA!
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Jan
Mountain climber
Okinawa, Japan
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No advice Lynn, only interest in hearing about your adventures and impressions as you explore the options, since I am faced with the same decisions when I move back to the States in about 3 years. You're really the pioneer forging a new trail here!
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WBraun
climber
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How about Detroit Michigan.
One of the murder capitals of the USA.
Could be interesting ........
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Mighty Hiker
Social climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Lynne should move in with Werner and Merry. She'd be a great addition to YOSAR, and it's a happening spot.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 1, 2009 - 03:28am PT
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Thanks for all your comments Dudettes and Dudes :D
Catching some zzzzz's out under the moon tonight. Watching the clouds take on incredible light pulses from the moon as the tide of clouds meet.....north and south say howdy. For real, no joke, a finger crack appears across the heavens. Perfect for my digit size. The air that lives in the heavens decides to turn my new favorite finger crack into a rather large hand jam that crosses from Palomar Mtn to the Pacific Ocean...... Thinking under the night skies about life and direction. Peace, lynnie
Edit: Mighty Hiker, happening spots are worth checking out....be there in a couple weeks. :D
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