Post by Hans van der Kolk Debra, the love of my life, died on May 8th. 2023 Her bucket list was almost empty. But she still wanted to write a book.  “Dying with Debra” is that book.  I am not much of a writer; I am more visual and have an absolutely wonderful 16-year-long movie playing…

saying goodbye Oldest son, Jake turned 35 yesterday and we accomplished the family mission to be together for the great momentous occasion

What do you see first when you look at this beautiful mosaic made for Hans and me by our good friend Donna Slawsky? Do you notice a little cat head flower? How about the dog flower?…can you see the initial D and the initial H? It is such a beautiful, handmade gift that we will…

Me and my Snoopy Dog My style not Jake’s style Candy by my bedside. Sweetness in my reach. Thankful for another day on tiny bites of these.

Jake and Krista have arrived. They both always bring so much energy and positivity with their visits. Jake has comfortably moved himself into the guest house and set up his office so he can stay through early May. Krista will have best of both worlds and be able to go back-and-forth between our house and…

There’s no place like home there’s no place like home It was sparkling to get home today to such a clean and well attended home. My new meds glistening in the sunlight of the kitchen while delicious homebase food from friends tempted our tummies. Flowers from my sister. Best wishes from all. Fear not. The…