Growing up in Lompoc Ca.

Our father left our family for another woman when I was 4 years old. Mom with no more than a seventh grade education worked three jobs, tending bar and clerking in a toy store to raise us.
We wanted nothing and were given everything. She survived cancer when I was 16 years old.
Mom was loved by all and died before my children could meet and enjoy her.
Enjoy the video of my childhood and see why I admire Phillis Ruffino so much.

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[clanden5]

Great video. I was casually enjoying it until I realized that we lived a few houses away and me and my brother used to hang out with Mike...around 1971. I remember your Mom. Thanks for the memories.

[birder74]

@clanden5 This is Mike, who was your brother? I am glad you liked the video, loved my childhood. Take care!

[LizCusick]

That was very sweet. I wish my daughter new her grandma as well. Not a day goes by I dont' think of her. And when she see's me upset (still) about her death she really doesn't understand because she only knew my mom sick with alzheimers....God Bless your family!

[Epidemik8bit]

I was also born and raised in Lompoc, but of a newer generation (1988). As my parents moved here at a young age. My father attended LVMS when it was still the high school I believe.

[OneFastDuster]

Lived there the same time you did as a child. Touching video. Went through a similar thing so I know how you feel. God bless.

[TheWorseOne]

This is beautiful!

Your mother must have been an amazing woman to instill such love and loyalty in her children.

I also grew up in Lompoc and just recently lost my mother. Margaret Miranda 1935-2012

They may have known each other . You probably knew one of us. We were everywhere (5kids)

Thanks for sharing. Now I need to to go grab a tissue to dab my tears ;)

[thegeekproductions]

I used to live in lompoc when I was 7.

I had some friend in a coldisac where I used to play remote controlled car with.

The prison made it really depressing, my dad went there to help people with brain cancer.

Sad depressing place, but I do miss that one kid :(

[sunniatthebeach]

Beautiful! Born and raised in Lompoc. Your story really hits home.

[clanden5]

@birder74 Hey Mike, tried to send you an email to a few days ago. Hope we can connect soon. My Mom was wondering if your Mom stayed in Lompoc. Thx - Chris

[kidgio96]

muy motivador; me gusto el video,good suerte....