Back from the world to say “Farewell to Napa”
As many of you know, and it’s time for the rest to find out, we’re off to assisted living in Santa Rosa. Some time in late June, we’ll settle in to our new apartment at Fountaingrove Lodge in Santa Rosa. In our humble opinion, The Lodge is even nicer than Varenna, if you can believe it. It is just two years old, and it’s gorgeous. Fabulous views, nice public spaces, delicious food, lots to do. It’s perfect, except for the pokey little apartment. But, we’ll make that work, too. It’s bigger than most staterooms and even our pokey little apartment has a nice view, suitable for sundowners.
We’ll let you know when you can come see. We didn’t take pictures but you can go to http://www.fountaingrovelodge.com where I got this one of the wine cellar:
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Helen Megan 
Good luck with your move. That’s a big one! A stateroom and ships have prepared you, that is for sure! I love reading your blogs. Victoria
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Helen,
Sorry to see you go but understand we will all be there at some time. There’s getting to be a “little Napa” in Santa Rosa. We will have to come to see you.
Hugs,
Melinda
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dear Helen, Hope you enjoy your new abode. can’t believe you are actually leaving. did you sell your condo? lots of love and luck in your new apt. are you near Carole and Richard Williams and all the others? deborah
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Hello Helen, I’ve been meaning to write to you for some time to let you know how much I enjoy your blogs,but you know what they say about the path to Hell (just in case that’s a British saying and not North American,…it’s paved with good intentions!). Anyway,I’m delighted with your news about the assisted living place,I gather from your blog that Elvon needs extra care now…..this will take some of the strain off you. I’m sure you did well with the selling of your house as you said the market is hot right now. It will be an adjustment,take the advice of one who downsized from a 2400 sq ft house to 885 sq ft condo,and DON’T try to bring it all with you!!! I missed my cruise this past Winter,but found an Azamara one with a lot of perks. It’s sailing along the Croatian coast (on my “bucket list”!) they were offering $U.S. at par with $Canadian,single supplement @25%,Verandah cabin,$400 towards excursions,unlimited WiFi and premium beverage package…..too good to pass up! This is my 3rd time with Azamara,and as you know they take care of everything. I’ll incorporate it into my annual trip “home” to visit my brother….it wouldn’t be worth flying tonEurope for a week.
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Beautiful place; I know you’ll be happy there!
Sharon
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Thanks Helen will miss seeing you out and about Napa at venues. Love to Elvon
Carolyn
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I will be in Napa 6/12-18, maybe you’ll still be there. Definitely will come to Santa Rosa. Sylly P will like the view up there..maybe she’ll use the leash again! Downsizing can be a good thing. See ya soon
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Wow, Helen, thatâs quite a change for you! we wish you all the best with your move, and your with new home.
Do you still plan to come to Montreal?
Marge
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Much joy and happiness in your new digs!!
Love, Mariann
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Helen, I will miss your irreverent presence but know you will be around the block and possibly will return to Napa occasionally! Your new digs are beautiful ⦠I am familiar with the location; I think somewhere adjacent to the 12th hole fairway at Fountaingrove CC. Youâll love it and I know you will appreciate the help and support. Please keep me on your e-mail list and stay in touch.
Susan
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We are very happy for you and Elvon and it makes a lot of sense, and yes, we all get there…wish you well, and will miss you not being ‘around the corner’, I struggle with it, but – you are doing the right and most sensible thing, good luck, a good life and joy, see you, love..
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Helen, we will really miss you and Elvon, and will definitely come to see you at The Lodge. We drove through it last weekend when we were at Varenna.
Love, Pati and Don
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I am glad that thing are starting to move for you and the move is in sight. With all the travelling you do and plan to do, you won’t have to worry about the pokey apartment. It might actually be a relief! Cheers Andrea
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Hi Helen, Hope your move goes well and that you and Elvon will be happy in your new home. I checked out the website- looks pretty cool!! Warm wishes, Janet and Peter
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Great you were able to find a place you liked so quickly. It looks really nice. You guys have so many beautiful things that I bet won’t fit into your new place. I’ll be fascinated to hear the processes you used to properly get rid of them (I like learning from the best) Assuming you will be really busy until the move, we will call you in July to chat about our lovely cruise together. Best of luck with the move Love Pat
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Helen, when I read your last blog (or the one before), I wondered what Fountaingrove was. This looks beautiful â wow, retirement living has come a lonnnng way. I know you & Elvon will enjoy it!
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I am sure that you’ll be assisting them…:-)
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