I grew up in Bakersfield and all I could think about after reading post number 5 was: Wow that was every single summer (that started in April) that I have experienced at home. LOL. I don't miss Bakerspatch. The heat is awful!:)
I was born in the Bakersfield area (even in Belton, TX--which was the closest to feeling like I was in Bakersfield I've ever known!). I've lived all over; but I keep coming back here. I guess I'm just aclimated!!