Celebration of 50 Years

A Golden Anniversary -- our second in six months! In this world where something like 50% of marriages end in divorce it is wonderful to be able to help our friends celebrate 50 years of caring, and loving, and helping, and dealing with whatever life throws at you together.


We attended a great party this last weekend in San Diego. There were old friends, good food, a really remarkable home, and laughter. Alex had known some to those present since childhood. There are two pictures of the anniversary couple, one of Alex with Bill Horning and Wally Meads, and one of me sitting with Judy Horning (the carved stool I was sitting on is one of the many treasures).

Both the bride and groom are artists. He is a wood sculptor and the details in their home are amazing. The bride paints tropical paintings with the sorts of colors that tend to draw me to a picture. They both have a wonderful eye. Needless to say, the entire house and garden serve as an art gallery with something fantastic to see around every corner. I am going to request an invitation back some time when we are in San Diego and there isn't a crowd present. I just want to get a better look!

Notably absent was old pal -- and one of my very favorite bloggers -- Irwin. He hasn't been blogging much lately, either, or I would tell you to check out his blog to see why he was missed. He's a really funny guy -- claims he is not George Carlin, but I'm not sure I believe him. Irwin grew up in a neighborhood some of his old friends called "Tough Heights" along with the groom and many of the party guests.

One more note -- Alex saw his vascular guy this morning and no action is needed for the time being. He will be re-ultrasounded and visit Dr. Park again in six months.