I did not realize you write from Southern California/Inland Empire! I experience the same feelings about the Orange County that I grew up in versus the Orange County that exists now. The vast orange fields, bean fields and strawberry fields no longer exist. Newport Beach and Irvine were solidly middle-class in my childhood. They are now barely affordable by the wealthy. The near-empty beaches where I learned to bodysurf are surrounded by mansions and $35 day rate parking lots. I barely recognize where I live. It's a strange feeling.
Beautiful Bird
I did not realize you write from Southern California/Inland Empire! I experience the same feelings about the Orange County that I grew up in versus the Orange County that exists now. The vast orange fields, bean fields and strawberry fields no longer exist. Newport Beach and Irvine were solidly middle-class in my childhood. They are now barely affordable by the wealthy. The near-empty beaches where I learned to bodysurf are surrounded by mansions and $35 day rate parking lots. I barely recognize where I live. It's a strange feeling.
Your work is lovely!