After living in California since the early 1950's my mom moved to Arkansas two (2) years ago. One of her three (3) grand children (Kimberleigh) married a man from Arkansas and moved there several years ago. My sister, Vicki (Kim's mom) and husband retired and followed Kim and relocated in Arkansas, as well. Since my sister, Kathy and myself plan to also leave California my mom decided to jump on the wagon and leave California herself. My mom relocated to Arkansas August 2007. This was her first trip back to California. My mom is enjoying Arkansas, particularly the changes of the seasons. However, she has missed the shopping and dining she loved in California. My mom arrived on Thursday June 18th. Kathy picked her up and we meet and took her to the Citrus Grill for dinner and got a little shopping in after dinner. Friday, mom, sister, Kathy and I shopped and started preparation for Kathy's 60th Birthday Party which would be celebrated on Saturday June 20th. On Saturday we enjoyed great food and drink, wonderful fellowship and a live band ... and partied into the night. Sunday, mom and Kathy headed for our house... first stop was a visit with Jake and Zack. After visiting the kids we headed for lunch at the Olive Garden. After lunch... more shopping. Monday and Tuesday we took mom to the Wine Country of Temecula where we stayed at the South Coast Winery. Our two days were spent visiting the local wineries, shopping, eating and relaxing by the pool. We all had a great time. Wednesday Jerry and I had to go see Dr. Bob in Century City and mom and Kathy did their last minute shopping before taking mom to the airport for her Thursday departure. We enjoyed her visit and are looking forward to seeing her again soon.
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