Joni Mitchell & Bonnie Raitt

Oct 11.11

Had dinner with Joni Mitchell Saturday night. Never met her before but she’s known Richard for ever. I can’t remember when I’ve had a more intense, far-reaching, multifaceted conversation (right from the moment we sat down…no small talk with Joni)—from Christianity, Buddhism, the Gnostics, different forms of meditation, Ego as the original sin, to living in the wilderness north of Vancouver, the beauty of blue herons, our Black bear encounters (mine more dramatic than hers), medical challenges (hers more dramatic than mine), Georgia O’Keefe (she stayed with her in New Mexico when O’Keefe was 90), painting (Joni paints), innovators versus copy cats and music.… Click for more

NO INTERNET CONNECTION

Dec 17.09

Haven’t blogged in awhile cause I am without internet access. Don’t know why. Need help and will get it. I have photos to post.… Click for more

A VERY FULL DAY

Sep 01.09
Iconic music educator, Sylvia Perry, playing Richard's art deco piano. Note her wedding picture in foreground.

Iconic music educator, Sylvia Perry, playing Richard’s art deco piano. Note her wedding picture in foreground.

I kept hearing people who know Sylvia Perry describe her as “a force of nature.” Now that I have spent the better part of two days with her, I can testify that it’s true…she’s my new role model… something to strive for—being clear headed, generous, loving, observant, at age ninety.… Click for more

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