Portrait of Katie

Brother-In-Law Bob Russell took these photos of Katie puppy and me the other day. Thanks, Bob!

Fun In New York City

On Saturday last we visited the beautiful new Whitney Museum of American Art, located at one end of the "High Line" in the "meat-packing" district of lower Manhattan. Dan posed outside of the building and I got a couple of shots of the high line. The painting is a lovely Hopper in the Whitney's collection. I particularly like it because of the train-related theme.

One Year After Open Heart Surgery

"A heart will never be practical until it can be made unbreakable." - L. Frank Baum

One year ago today, February 16, 2015, I embarked upon the most profound adventure of my life, as I put myself in the hands of a young heart surgeon at Temple University. He had told me that my heart condition would kill me if not treated. I trusted him to use his great talent and training to help me and he did not let me down. A year later I feel fully recovered and I'm enjoying my new lease on life.

It was a difficult recovery at times. Only the love and support of a wonderful spouse, many good friends, and our beautiful pets got me through it. To them I offer my undying gratitude.

To those facing open heart surgery in the future, know that all will be well with the support of loved ones and the passage of time.

A Birthday And An Art Opening

Dan has two paintings in a Community College of Philadelphia Faculty Art Exhibition at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. The opening reception was last Thursday. We were joined by friends Louise, Cindy and Patrick, Tom, and Stephen at the well-attended event. Afterwards we enjoyed dinner together at Aki Japanese restaurant.