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	The Newcomer 03/01/2010 Spring is coming, rather slowly, but it is on the way. Somewhere I heard, “March showers bring April flowers.” I’m okay with the rain, just pray winds are light and colorful blossoms won’t be blown from the trees. Aren’t these flowering trees, that we
	The Newcomer 02/22/2010 Looking for adventure, excitement, change, and a new experience? Those are just some of the feelings that I have when walking and shopping in Oroville. It is a new adventure. I get excited when I meet someone new or anyone who wants to stop and chat. I lo
	Call Me TheNewcomer 02/15/2010 It isn’t just the young who seek romance, companionship, and adventure in the new year. It is February, 2010; we all think hearts and valentines, love and hugs. But more important, It’s Leap Year! That means, girl can invite boy. Enough said. Mother ca
	The Newcomer 01/25/2010 It may still be raining in Oroville. Chains may still be required on Highway 80, heading towards the ski slopes. I heard there were rocks on Highway 70 towards Qunicy. I also know, the local merchants are in the process of switching inventory. That me
	The Newcomer 01/18/2010 If I asked for the shirt off your back, would you give it to me? I bet you wouldn’t. Yet, I found someone in Oroville who would, and did! That’s right—she actually gave me the sweatshirt off her back. I didn’t know her; had never seen her before in my lif
	The Newcomer 12/28/2009 It is time to say goodbye to the old year and welcome in the new year. I, for one, had a great Christmas. It was filled with family and friends, laughter and tears ... even memories of yesteryears. Too soon it passed. But now, I look forward to what i
	The Newcomer 12/14/2009 I have to tell you, I met up with some tiny elves at Frontier Christmas at the Visitor’s Center in early December. They told me, “It’s Christmas Time in the North State! And we do it in style.” I asked what they meant, and they replied, “Snow ... Snow.
	The Newcomer 11/30/2009 First Friday, December 4, 2009: ‘Tis The Season To Be Jolly in Historical Downtown Oroville. It all begins this Friday when most stores will be lit up and holding an Open House in anticipation of Santa Claus’ arrival. He’ll be coming by way of Wells Farg
	The Newcomer 11/23/2009 This is the time of the year, when family, friends, neighbors and out-of-towners gather to enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving. It is also that time of the year, where folks like us begin to prepare for Christmas, by locating exceptional bargains. So, when you
	The Newcomer 11/02/2009 You say spring cleaning wears you out? I say getting ready for fall and winter is far more complicated. Families and friends begin to prepare for the festivities of the season. It is past time to get your flu shots, true. But not too late to remind yo
	The Newcomer 10/26/2009 Have I fallen down on the job? I hope not! Trying to keep up with all the activities and excitement can be overwhelming, at times. Still, it is so much fun to live in a community where the people really care for one another, and work overtime designing ne
	The Newcomer 10/19/2009 The longer I live here, the better I like it! That is, life in The North State. I am especially fond of the quaint, friendly and very talented community of Oroville, California. I previously enjoyed a successful career marketing real estate in Manteca, Ca
	The Newcomer 10/05/2009 This is my very favorite time of the year: The goblins are out and about, in colorful costumes. Trick or Treaters, young and old, come knocking at the door. The weather cools off, and hopefully the rains freshen the air, feeding the lakes, rivers, and
	Call Me The Newcomer 09/29/2009 In my last column I left you dangling. That’s right, I said, “If you can dream it, you can achieve it, and many in our small community have lived to realize dreams do come true.” One such person is Bud Bolt, the founder of Bolt’s Antique Tool Museum. Wi
	The Newcomer 09/14/2009 If you can dream it, you can achieve it! I know that for a fact, because I see it all over this community. Dreams turned into reality. Wonderful dreams that have come true for those who were diligent and put forth the effort. Take for instance the nex
	The Newcomer 08/31/2009 My goodness! How time flies when you are having fun. Can you believe this is my anniversary, too. I mean gosh, two full years I have been writing this column. Some folks tell me that after living in Oroville that long, “You are no longer a Newcomer.” Wel
	The Newcomer 08/24/2009 Tell me, what’s in a name? In my youth it was expected that children should address their friends, family and elders with respect. There was no “Hey You!” to be tolerated. Learn the name, repeat the name, and use the name of the person. Well, my name is
	The Newcomer 08/17/2009 What’s happening in ‘our’ town? It is overwhelming; where do I begin? Let’s start in ‘Old-Town’, or is it Down Town Oro Ville? (What a beautiful logo, shopping bag and promotional ideas ...) Congratulations to the Downtown Business Association, aka DB
	The Newcomer 08/03/2009 Berry Festival in Berry Creek is coming this weekend. We had a blast last year, and they promise to have lots more fun this year. The weather man has assured me it will be cooler on the hill. I’ll see you there. Think of me as a motivator, not an inst
	The Newcomer 07/27/2009 Early in my professional career I learned not to drive a green car, wear green clothing, or decorate my office or home in green hues. Why? It is the color of money and can interfere with a client’s decision making! That is, if you are a salesperson, like
	The Newcomer 07/20/2009 If you have been keeping up with my column, you know I have a house-guest. Her name is Jan. She is recently retired from the San Joaquin School District. When not working, her favorite thing to do is help her friends decorate their homes and organize “
	The Newcomer 07/06/2009 Last year the fires in Butte County kept me inside. There seemed little time or desire to get out, about and explore by myself or with others. This year the air is great, and the Green Line is a divine guide. The Green Line has been freshly painted and
	The Newcomer 06/29/2009
	The Newcomer 06/22/2009 It happens every Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. until 1 o’clock. Maybe you would like to know what I did today! It was only 6:30 a.m., when my dog stirred (The Duchess). She licked me on my face to say ‘Hello.” But, I knew the real reason she kiss
	The Newcomer 06/08/2009 There are no strangers here. Just friends you have yet to meet. She is a Cancer survivor. He miraculously survived numerous operations on his face and skull, to mend the damage caused by a terrible automobile accident that crushed nearly every bone in hi
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	The Newcomer 04/27/2009 It could have been her birthday, my birthday, or Mother’s Day—many years ago, when my only begotten daughter said, “Mom! I want a horse of my very, own. Pretty Pease!” So be it. Grandma and Grandpa pitched in and helped with the finances, horse traile
	The Newcomer 04/20/2009 April Showers Bring May Flowers: Sunshine and Spring-Breaks also bring families and friends together right here in Oroville, CA. It is the time of the year, for you to take advantage of our beautiful historical Downtown.
	The Newcomer 04/06/2009 Another confession from The Newcomer: “I am just as star-struck today, as I was in my youth, when I first stood on the corner of Hollywood & Vine, praying a movie star would appear.” That is correct; I chase stars for their autographs. I swoon when a h
	The Newcomer 03/30/2009
	The Newcomer 03/23/2009 I have been to Chinatown and the Chinese Gardens in San Francisco. (I have never been to China, but would love to go.) I have visited Chinatowns in other cities, states and countries. I love Chinese food and readily admit that Chinese culture intrigues m
	The Newcomer 03/16/2009 “Laugh and the world laughs with you.” Cry? Then you most likely will cry alone. How sad. So many folks are just not doing well these days. My heart goes out to them. Just wish I could put my arms around a few and wave a magic wand to make life better.