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Growing up in the Bay Area 20 year ago
When I think of the Bay Area, the Golden Gate Bridge comes to mind.
I spent the first 46 years of my life in the Bay Area, the Bay Area was the term I remember from childhood, we lived in the “Bay Area”, even though we lived in Campbell, Ca 95008.
It all started for me in June 1952 when I was born in San Francisco.
The change is more noticeable after moving and returning for family visit and class reunions.
My First Memory Recall
I have no memory recall for my younger years until around 6 years old when we lived in San Mateo. I attended first grade, I still remember Ms. Gold my teacher. A kind and caring person, who was excited about being a teacher.
I also recall chasing my younger brother into our house where he slammed the 6 pane glass door as I was nearing catching him. I had my hand out and pushed it through one pane. I did not catch him but did received a large slash on my wrist, which required many stitches, for which I have the scar on my wrist to this day as a reminder.
My Parents Home
Within several years my parents move to the town of Campbell. They had two homes in Campbell, one they purchased for $11,500 and the second one for $14,900. That was many years ago. One of my brothers still…
