Opinion | I Lost Everything in a California Fire. It Changed How I Lived.
Briefly

In June 1990, my house was reduced to debris by the Painted Cave Fire, but the ordeal taught me about resilience and the importance of living simply.
The selflessness of a good Samaritan saved us during the fire, highlighting the profound impact humans can have on each other's lives during emergencies.
Losing our belongings in the fire was incredibly painful, yet it became a catalyst for change, prompting me to embrace a simpler way of life.
Reflecting on the fire, I recognize it as a pivotal moment, both a disaster and a motivator to appreciate life beyond material possessions.
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