Greetings to everyone on DetroitYes. Like the author of the article I too am a former Detroiter. After having lived in Detroit for over 60 years I decided to enjoy my retirement elsewhere. Approximately two years ago I relocated to a quiet seaside community in Southern California. I grew up on the lower eastside [[Jefferson-Chalmers) and for many years lived in the Berry Subdivision. My last residence was in the Cass & Canfield area of Midtown. Leaving a place that I loved for so long was hard. But eventually the quality of my life became more important than my love for Detroit and I decided it was time to leave. I look forward to participating in this forum. Former Detroiter