Perspectives
Beaumont-Wilshire residents have arrived here at various times in its history. In this edition of the newsletter, we thought it would be interesting to see how those who’ve been here a while looked at the evolution of the neighborhood. We asked:
“How has the neighborhood changed since you moved here?”
“It’s still a place of joy — walkable, beautiful gardens, whimsy that brings a smile. What’s changed? The maturation of the Fremont commercial district — great for all of us.” (Jon, 36 years in B-W)
“There is so much more to enjoy within an easy walk from our home. Fremont has blossomed with great shops and restaurants. Wilshire Park has added a great dog park and natural plantings. We miss the neighbors we have lost from illness or age but really enjoy the younger families who have moved in and maintained the vitality of our neighborhood.” (Dale and Marilyn, 25 years in B-W)
“Our choice [to live here] was very intentional. We wanted to be near the airport, good schools, great neighbors, active local leadership, and accessibility to all modes of transportation. (There is a bus stop in front of our house!) What has changed in the last 36 years is me — with every passing year, I have become more enchanted and grateful for all that the B-W neighborhood affords those who live and work here.” (Lisa, 36 years in B-W)
“Those that welcomed me into my home have now passed on, but they left an indelible mark on the neighborhood and me. Block parties, Bunco groups, kids growing up together, and looking after one another has made our neighborhood a community. Most changed over the last 25 years is me — from someone searching for belonging to someone a part of a wonderful community.” (Sandy, 25 years in B-W)
Be heard!
Let us know if you’d be game to be interviewed for a Perspectives question by emailing PWebber5678@gmail.com. Suggest a question for Polly, too!
Polly Webber is a realtor and mom of two teenage girls. Born and raised in the neighborhood, she purchased and lives in the B-W home next door to her childhood home. Reach her by emailing polly.webber@cascadehassonsir.com.