From the Recipient: Kate and I bought our home in The River walk Community in December of last year. Our grand children made us do it. You see, we owned a home in Florida just a bit north of Naples. But the little granddaughters lived in Fillmore, CA. it’s a long drive. We missed them. They were growing up without really knowing us. We needed to share life more closely before we lost our chance to do so. We sold our home in Florida and rented for a year in Fillmore. As east coasters, we wondered if the California life would fit.

California life fits us well! We have grown to love this town. We have made good friends. We are active in our parish of St. Francis of Assisi community. Our ongoing relationship with our son and daughter in-law is rich and full of life.

On the day our middle granddaughter was to be baptized, I saw a sign indicating that 955 Santa Fe St. was for sale. Kate and I took a look. It was clear the home was for us. We made an offer on the spot and the rest is history. Mr. Oscar Arriola, our gardener and good friend keeps the grounds in top condition. We could not be happier in our little nest.

We are honored to receive the Vision 2020 Civic pride Yard of the Month Award.

With gratitude,
Philip Fontaine
Homeowner