New Growth

Its unmistakeable. New hair is growing. Its about 1/8th inch long. I toasted this new growth with my cat Ringo. He purred. He's good company.

John, Tanner and Quinn are in Florida having a great time at Disney World with his sister Donna and her two sons Felix and Mikesh. In a few days they will join with John's folks John and Shar in Naples. I am so happy that they are there. And I miss them.

John tells me that Tanner is being a gentleman on the trip. That makes me happy. There is nothing more important to me than my boy showing good manners and thankfulness for what he is given. The Brownell family has whole-heartedly accepted Tanner and I into the family. I miss them and wish I were there.








John's mom Shar is a kick in the pants. She shares Tanner's and my interest in gourmet cooking. She is the life and the glue of the family. And she loves to have fun. She throws unbelievable parties at their home in Troy Michigan. Long time friends flock to their parties. Its a testament to John and Shar's loyalty to their friends and family. John's dad is successful, quiet and thoughtful. I hang on each word that he says. My wish is to listen to him for an entire day. It doesn't matter what he talks about. I long to know his story.

John's sister Donna has a wonderful smile and a warmness about her that draws you to her. She is real. I look forward to spending more time with her and her wonderful family.

John's sister Laura takes after her mother. She is sweet, fun and opinionated. And she is smart. She lives her life on her terms and I respect her for that. I can't wait to see her and her family again.

I miss John. The house is quiet. I have been listening to this song called Feelin' Steepled . Its John's most recent creation and not yet finished. I think it may be his best. I hope you enjoy the sneak preview.