On June 27, 2017
By Barbara
Barbara finally got to see “Hamilton” on June 25th, and it was indeed powerful as well as entertaining. Afterwards family and friends gathered for a fabulous dinner at Seamore’s in Chelsea (thank you, Michael and Donna, for making that happen!).
On May 19, 2017
By Barbara
Barbara is back from a brief but beautiful trip to Dublin & Killarney. She had 2 days on her own in Dublin, where she got to see the Book of Kells & explore the town on foot. The train ride south was a chance to see the flowers of springtime against the green countryside. In Killarney she joined her younger daughter, Jen, & Jen’s husband Tim, on Mother’s Day. We drove up to see the castle that Tim & his brother Frank are restoring, then to Kenmare House where everyone was staying. “Everyone” included Frank’s wife Angelique & most of their 14 kids, Tim & Frank’s 92 year old mother, & several nieces. The next day it poured rain, but the last day in Killarney was a fine one. Jen & Tim convinced Barbara to bike around Killarney National Park & the lakes, & she only fell off twice!
Tim, Barbara, & Jen at the castle Tim & his brother are restoring
On April 16, 2017
By Barbara
Happy Spring! Hat designed and made by my granddaughter, Clementine Hecker, elicited many compliments and smiles at the Easter Parade. Clementine’s mother, my daughter Jennifer, and her husband Tim have invited me to join them in Ireland in May. I’ll be leaving on the night of the 11th for Dublin, and meeting them in Killarney on the 14th – back on the 17th. Welcoming any suggestions for my short time in the Emerald Isle! Barbara
On February 25, 2017
By Barbara
On January 17, 2017
By Barbara
Barbara snuck away for 4 nights in Paris with her sister Daphne to see this exhibition of Impressionist art at the Fondation Louis Vuitton. Great little apartment near Notre Dame; fabulous food; & the clouds & occasional rain did not spoil anything. Back on MLK Day – thanks to Nicole for covering!
On January 2, 2017
By Barbara
Here’s hoping you all enjoyed the holidays. Barbara flew to Tulsa to spend time with her father, sister, and nephew, all of whom were sick within 36 hours of her arrival. She had planned to drive to Bentonville, Arkansas, home of her older daughter, Amy, so she left a little earlier (and luckily, did not get the flu). Younger daughter Jen and her family joined the festivities, so Barbara got to see both her daughters and all 3 grandchildren for Christmas.
On December 10, 2016
By Barbara
Vanessa, Yesenia, Barbara, Perla, Anel, & Nicole
On October 13, 2016
By Barbara
On July 10, 2016
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On June 7, 2016
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Barbara in Portugal, where the Douro River meets the Atlantic Ocean
Barbara & her friend Sandy in Lisbon