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I read some of the e-mails sent in response to your article regarding the illegal dumping on the Fowler property. I cannot let people criticize Sara for not stepping up sooner to help her father. He is and always has been a difficult man to deal with. His philosophy in life since I have known him for 17 plus years has been, "Do it my way and then ask forgiveness," especially when it comes to dealing with rules and regulations.
It is easy to criticize or be judgmental when you are only looking at the situation through the keyhole into a room and you do not see the whole room. Sara is doing the very best she can for a man who does not appreciate her efforts. She has already put a lot of her own money into trying to save the property so her father will be able to remain on the land which has been in his family for five generations.
Sara has worked very hard to make a successful life for herself and two sons as a single mother and I feel that she is putting it at risk in trying to help her father. Not all fathers deserve to be rescued by their children. To those who say she should have become involved to help sooner, her father would not admit he needed help until he had created such a mess he could no longer ignore it (i.e., foreclosures on his property).
Also, for those who are so naive to think that there is help out there, please wake up. The only help are fines and liens on the property.
Sara did not create this mess and she is doing her best to deal with it. As we all know ... it takes money ... so, for those who wish to criticize Sara, please take out your checkbook and put your money where you mouth is.
Yes, I am the ex-wife, but remember, you are only looking through the keyhole and do not see the whole picture. So, if you can 't say something nice, don't say it at all or write a check.
Thank you.
Christine Fowler lives in Lakeport.
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The members of the Lake County Children's Museum of Art and Science (CMAS) would like to convey to you our dismay at the recent news that Anderson Marsh State Historic Park in Lower Lake is designated for closure.
Although this park has been under-funded for years, the communities of Lake County treasure this invaluable natural and historic resource. The Anderson Marsh Interpretative Association (AMIA) has a strong docent program and has been responsible for hosting a variety of cultural events which are always very well received by both the local community and visiting tourists.
Within the last few months, CMAS and AMIA have agreed to partner on a project to create a hands-on Discovery Center, classroom and outdoor amphitheater at the park. This project aligns with the state approved park plan and has already received conceptual approval from the California Department of Parks. We have engaged the services of a grant writer and are receiving widespread support from local service groups, community leaders, parents and the general public.
While CMAS does not yet have a permanent facility, for the past five years our group has sponsored a variety of art and science events. The positive public response to these events indicates to us that there is strong demand and support for a permanent interactive art and science museum. Our partnership with AMIA will provide a powerful opportunity to pool the efforts of two respected community groups and bring a stellar educational experience to both local citizens and visitors.
Across California, art and science education are being marginalized due to the emphasis on standardized testing. In addition, we all recognize the need for engaging outdoor experiences to combat childhood obesity as well as the need to provide positive recreational experiences to offset the lure of gangs and drugs. The few dollars which could be saved by closing Anderson Marsh State Historic Park are vastly overshadowed by the negative impacts to our local community.
Please do not allow the possibility of short term gains to override our efforts to develop long term positive effects. Anderson Marsh State Historic Park is a jewel which should be supported, developed and treasured, not disregarded and discarded. We need your help to keep the park open.
Thank you for your consideration.
Carolynn Jarrett is president of the Lake County Children's Museum of Art and Science and a member of the Konocti Unified School District Board of Trustees. She lives in Clearlake.
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