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Wreaths Across America

"Having visited our son’s resting place at Christmas for the past two years, impressed by the sight of thousands of identical wreaths at each marker, we wondered who did it and how that was done so beautifully. Now we would find out and take part."


Childhood Easter Holidays in Romania

The Easter holidays started in my hometown, Mediasch, on Good Friday, and continued through Easter Monday.


Our Museum Takes Shape

Paradise Valley Estates is home to a growing "museum."


An Undocumented Air Force Officer

Volunteering for the Air Force to fulfill a two-year draft obligation, I was directed to report to Scott Air Force Base, Illinois without attending the required orientation course for new medical officers.


Visit to Coit Tower

A bus full of Paradise Valley Estates residents visited Coit Tower in San Francisco.


1944, the Year of My Debut

"Early in the summer of my eleventh birthday, I realized my future was to be a major league pitcher or first baseman."


Navy Nurse Recruiting Poster

On the Wall of Remembrance at Paradise Valley Estates, picture 19 depicts a recruiting poster for one of the Navy's most treasured corps: Navy nurses.


Top 10 Things to Do in Fairfield

What's there to do when visiting or living in Fairfield, California? Turns out you can find an abundance of fun no matter the season!


Thrill of a Lifetime

Being a grandparent is a very special blessing once you have raised your children and are now watching them spread their wings.


Cult of the Machine Opening at de Young

This March brings a new exhibition to the De Young Museum in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park.