The Balloon Man

We spent a wonderful four days with our grandson, Enzo. One of things we love most about the little guy is his unbridled enthusiasm for all things, big and small … particularly if balloons or trains are involved. Last Saturday he accompanied us to the Danville Market where The Ballon Man sets up shop. Here … [Read more…]

Philly Comes to Napa

What a great day! David Kaiser and his bride Rachel spent their honeymoon in Napa this week and found time to hook up with me and Judy at a couple of our favorite wine country haunts.  Here Rachel and David pose for the camera while enjoying champagne and cheese at Domaine Carneros.

Crossing the Golden Gate

It’s so strange to use the Golden Gate as a bridge from one place to another rather than an object of admiration (although it is that as well).  Here Bro-in-law Chuck drives us to Marin County after a very Italian lunch in North Beach.

So What Are You Doing Now?

Now that I have relocated to California, everyone wants to know how I am enjoying “retirement.” I patiently explain that I haven’t “retired,” I am “re-wiring,” looking for a proper balance of work and play, or as my friends in Tourism and Hospitality might say, I am “re-creating”. It might be another full/part-time job in … [Read more…]