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36 FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | MARCH 2021 One more member testimony In January of 2017 I became restless and disillusioned with the traffic, crime, and overall congestion of the LA basin. I planned on retiring in 2021 so I began to research 55+ communities near enough to an airport and shops but less "city" like. A place where I could live, laugh, and play with people my own age and really thrive in retirement. There were several communities to consider but once I found Four Seasons Beaumont, I was hooked. For me the green spaces, hiking trails, and multiple pools checked off all the boxes, but the deal maker for me was found in past Breeze articles. I found a camera club. That set the hook. You see, photography is my lifeline. It's artistic, it's journalistic, and it's technical. Photography taps both my left brain and my right brain, and I have been fascinated by its digital development since 1976 when I started with PCA in Chicago, as a traveling K-Mart photographer. I moved into Four Seasons Beaumont in May of 2017 and attended my first Photo Club meeting. July 2019, I was asked to lead this group, and I can honestly say this has been the most enriching experience I have had in decades. But life has its own plan. It has become clear that I need to be closer to family. So, with this writing, I'm saying goodbye to the club and to Four Seasons. I will be relocating to Florida, to be closer to family and lifetime friends. Although very excited about this new adventure, I'm very sad to leave all of you wonderful people and this wonderful place behind. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for creating this wonderful community. I will never forget FS Beaumont and the wonderful friendships I have found here. Moving forward the photography club will be run by a team of talented people. COVID is still a consideration but vaccines are now available, and it won't be long before we are "back to normal." Watch the Breeze and the Daily Report for announcements on future meetings and outings being planned now. From all of us in the Four Seasons Photography Club to all of our wonderful neighbors we send you a big hug. Smile and say BREEEZZE, and take those pictures! ~ ReNae Stueve Photography Club