How great this is! I thoroughly enjoyed and would love to hear more! How about your travels more in CA? Like Santa Cruz, or Monterey? I grew up in Los Altos and was growing up in the 1970's. It was a sleepy little town. Now it is a Tesla infested rich megalopolis. One has to have millions to live there. So different than how it was.
I also grew up in Los Altos! When people in the PNW where I live now hear that, they assume that I am among the mega rich. They have no notion of what a cozy, lovely, unpretentious town it was in the 60’s and 70’s.
I spent my jr. high and high school years (1964-2970) in Los Altos graduating from LAHS in 1970. It was an exciting time to be there. The cultural and political scene definitely shaped my life choices as did the stunning geographical beauty of the area. Interestingly, my best friend from high school settled in Bolinas in the late 1970s and remains there helping run their family organic farm, Gospel Flat Farm with its wonderful community farm stand and art gallery. I love visiting there.
Yes, me, too. I wrote a memoir about growing up in Los Altos, Missing Persons, an elegy for the valley as well as my family. The valley of heart's delight...
I would love to read your book! Just checked my library and asked for it! Thanks for sharing! I lived on Mora Court, just off Mora Drive. I used to ride my bike downtown to work at the Pharmacy when it was owned by brothers.
When I was watching the video, if I had been going by the “sound of your voice” I would have never attached it to a person who was 90 years young! It’s strong, clear, and credible. ✌🏼🙏🏼
I had the same impression! Nothing about this man reveals his age - his voice, his physical prowess, his thoughts and sharing, nothing! I and 14 years younger than he and I am in awe of him!
So far that was my favorite Substack post! Lloyd is a pretty spunky and witty fellow! He has so much to share with us! Thank you Substack, for seeing the best in every writer.
This was great. I love Lloyd Kahn's books on handbuilt shelters. I was raised in Southern CA when the air was so clear it looked like you could just reach out and touch the San Bernardino mountains. When I was 10 we took a vacation to Northern CA & I fell in love with San Francisco. I moved there in the late 60s before the Pyramid was built (we kept remarking on how it ruined the skyline). I had my favorite streets, Lombard, Irving, & Green St. Now I'm in a Sacramento suburb. The town is called a village & my yard is a jungle of plants & flowers. I can't really leave California as I love it's diversity too much. Keep up the great filming. It's a welcome relief from the news of the day.
Hah! So much more interesting, I found, is the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption, or Our Lady of Maytag (I call it Our Lady of Perpetual Agitation).
Also...Bolinas! I used to ride there. (Do they still chainsaw the signs?)
Bless your beautiful soul Lloyd, and thank you for this movie. I was fortunate to live in San Francisco for 2 decades and North Beach is still where my heart lies. Knowing you visit the Buena Vista weekly makes my heart happy.
I am also 90- enjoyed the video- I moved to LA in 1958 and to Yosemite area in 1972- what a great experience then- all of California is an exciting experience -so much creative energy and possibility in the next few decades! Thanks
Hi Lloyd, We used to be neighbors. Our kids played with your sons when they were all little. It’s great to see that you are still so active and vital. I loved hearing your stories and am inspired to keep moving myself. At 77, it’s the best way to greet the day! See you on Substack!
I loved seeing how fit you are and how you enjoy walking around your yard and planting your potatoes. What a delightful video. What a wonderful way you used your life.
How great this is! I thoroughly enjoyed and would love to hear more! How about your travels more in CA? Like Santa Cruz, or Monterey? I grew up in Los Altos and was growing up in the 1970's. It was a sleepy little town. Now it is a Tesla infested rich megalopolis. One has to have millions to live there. So different than how it was.
I also grew up in Los Altos! When people in the PNW where I live now hear that, they assume that I am among the mega rich. They have no notion of what a cozy, lovely, unpretentious town it was in the 60’s and 70’s.
Yes, it's a totally different place, unrecognizable. I don't go there anymore.
Yep! I moved out in the 90’s too rich for me.
I spent my jr. high and high school years (1964-2970) in Los Altos graduating from LAHS in 1970. It was an exciting time to be there. The cultural and political scene definitely shaped my life choices as did the stunning geographical beauty of the area. Interestingly, my best friend from high school settled in Bolinas in the late 1970s and remains there helping run their family organic farm, Gospel Flat Farm with its wonderful community farm stand and art gallery. I love visiting there.
I graduated in 1960 from LAHS--public education at its best!
You are so right about that. LAHS was exceptional. The teachers, the choice of classes - even the students. Very highest quality experience.
Yes, me, too. I wrote a memoir about growing up in Los Altos, Missing Persons, an elegy for the valley as well as my family. The valley of heart's delight...
I would love to read your Missing Persons elegy. Can you post it here in an attachment? If not, could you email it to me?
Thanks for your interest. The book is still on Amazon--they're practically giving it away
I would love to read your book! Just checked my library and asked for it! Thanks for sharing! I lived on Mora Court, just off Mora Drive. I used to ride my bike downtown to work at the Pharmacy when it was owned by brothers.
I love hearing history from older people~they see things differently,when time was different. Thank you for sharing
Cycling without a crash helmet? Assume he expects the health authorities to deal with the result of his foolish behaviour.
When I was watching the video, if I had been going by the “sound of your voice” I would have never attached it to a person who was 90 years young! It’s strong, clear, and credible. ✌🏼🙏🏼
I had the same thought! The voice did not match his chronological age, but his spiritual age!!
I had the same impression! Nothing about this man reveals his age - his voice, his physical prowess, his thoughts and sharing, nothing! I and 14 years younger than he and I am in awe of him!
So far that was my favorite Substack post! Lloyd is a pretty spunky and witty fellow! He has so much to share with us! Thank you Substack, for seeing the best in every writer.
I agree - my favorite too. I grew up in the Bay Area in the early 70’s before my family moved us to the South. This was so enjoyable to watch.
This post is a relief, fresh air for my creativity. Thank you 🍃
This was great. I love Lloyd Kahn's books on handbuilt shelters. I was raised in Southern CA when the air was so clear it looked like you could just reach out and touch the San Bernardino mountains. When I was 10 we took a vacation to Northern CA & I fell in love with San Francisco. I moved there in the late 60s before the Pyramid was built (we kept remarking on how it ruined the skyline). I had my favorite streets, Lombard, Irving, & Green St. Now I'm in a Sacramento suburb. The town is called a village & my yard is a jungle of plants & flowers. I can't really leave California as I love it's diversity too much. Keep up the great filming. It's a welcome relief from the news of the day.
I hate the Transamerica pyramid. it's really a dumbass building. I'm surprised that so many people seem to like or tolerate it.
Hah! So much more interesting, I found, is the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption, or Our Lady of Maytag (I call it Our Lady of Perpetual Agitation).
Also...Bolinas! I used to ride there. (Do they still chainsaw the signs?)
Bless your beautiful soul Lloyd, and thank you for this movie. I was fortunate to live in San Francisco for 2 decades and North Beach is still where my heart lies. Knowing you visit the Buena Vista weekly makes my heart happy.
Love this. I'm going on 76 and I feel the same way exactly. This is so inspiring.
Same to me although I’m 73! I think I’ll get on my bike tomorrow. Very inspiring indeed!
I am also 90- enjoyed the video- I moved to LA in 1958 and to Yosemite area in 1972- what a great experience then- all of California is an exciting experience -so much creative energy and possibility in the next few decades! Thanks
Hi Lloyd, We used to be neighbors. Our kids played with your sons when they were all little. It’s great to see that you are still so active and vital. I loved hearing your stories and am inspired to keep moving myself. At 77, it’s the best way to greet the day! See you on Substack!
loved this---the California I miss and he's still living it
I loved seeing how fit you are and how you enjoy walking around your yard and planting your potatoes. What a delightful video. What a wonderful way you used your life.
As a 72 year-old man I am very impressed by this youthful 90 year old
Love this guy. And the doc. Damn, I miss San Francisco and Sausalito too. Wish I didn't have to leave because of $$$.
This is terrific! Would love to put it in a film festival I run in Hollywood this fall. Let me know if you're interested!
Wonderful