Trip to Colorado

This last weekend was our whirlwind trip to Colorado to see Josh and Jordan. I left a few days early to paint in the mountains, then John joined me to drive between Colorado Springs and Carbondale to visit the guys. Here's a photo of Jordan wearing his new-ish sport coat that he purchased at a thrift store for $6. We left with a ton of clothes for both the guys for a grand total of $44. No, times aren't that hard, it's their new style (!).

Relatives at the Wedding

Here's a photo from the rehearsal dinner for Jamie's and Kevin's wedding last weekend. John, brother Richard and his wife Annie, Ken Pell (father of the bride), Margie Conroy (John's cousin), and me.

Elmhurst Museum Reception

Last night was the big Elmhurst Museum reception for the Mainstreet instructors show, and it was an incredible success! Each instructor hung 5 pieces, for a total of about 35 paintings. At least 150 people came, with some celebrities from the art world scattered among them. What a thrill. Brothers Steve and John along with Lee and May Soon were there, as well as friends Barbara and Howard Michael. Students old and new came out, which was quite touching. After the reception, family gathered at Francesca's for a late dinner. What an unforgettable evening.

The second photo is of me with Frankie, the owner of Mainstreet, and Barb, another instructor.