Hughson Note: We were able to recover the majority of the data from our laptop with the help of Moses Rogers from CST (Computers, Software, & Training) in Modesto, CA. Here’s a story that was in the works when the computer decided to poop its pants.
Highway 99 was originally built to aid the small towns of the central valley with the transportation of agriculture, keeping Interstate 5 available for through traffic from 
between. We timed our drive along the busy thoroughfare between
As we exited Highway 99 in Ceres we immediately noticed the fall colors on both sides of the rural road to Hughson. The peach trees, empty of fruit, proudly displayed leaves of crimson red, burnt orange and sunshine yellow, knowing it is only a matter of days before they are completely barren. We realized we haven’t been to the
I pulled over on the side of the road for Marc to snap a few pictures of his childhood stomping grounds and summer employment—the peach and almond fields. The sun shined brightly on us as we continued our short trip to Dad and Pat’s house.
When we arrived, Dad and Pat weren’t home, but there was a note on the door inviting us inside and to make ourselves at home. We felt like we stepped back in time, a time when it was safe to leave your doors unlocked when you weren’t home, and there
were no problems. It was very refreshing.
As we relaxed in the backyard, on an unusually hot day for November, we looked at each other knowing it would be one of our last opportunities to enjoy the valley sun. The wedding festivities would keep us busy through Saturday night and, most likely, into the wee hours of Sunday morning.
We wish the best for Joel and Lisa on their wedding day!
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