Moving to Liberal Sebastopol – ‘The Berkeley of the North’

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In 2009, the family moved west from the beautiful wine country town of Sonoma to the more rustic and interesting town of Sebastopol, also known as the "Berkeley of the North." We were intrigued by the political sensibilities and the artistic and spiritual qualities of the town, which were a better fit for us than 'perfect' Sonoma. The move also eliminated the Sonoma to Santa Rosa commute for the boys who attended the Summerfield Waldorf School in Santa Rosa, not far away.

Our journey to Sebastopol Was a flight, perhaps Like birds migrating, we sought A place of intellectual enlightenment Of community and acceptance