As the months stretched into years, the Strawn family flourished financially, finding their footing in California’s golden land. The prospect of permanence hung in the air, and the pull of Texas grew less each year. Johnny’s elder sister, Norma, had begged to remain with one of her aunts to complete her schooling, but destiny had … Continue reading Chapter 10. Wagons Ho To California: Grandmother Is Healed By Sister Aimee McPherson, And Carman Miranda Stops By