Year Seventy

what a fine birthday gift to Dennis

having us take a moment
to remember all those birthdays
he did celebrate with us

i just had to include June 

since it is her day of birthing as well! 

xo

Year Seven

Dennis was an extraordinary parent who was especially proud of his children. They have all grown and changed remarkably during these past seven years, embracing all that was Dennis into their very beings. 

I am sure he is still bursting with pride because of this trio!

Christmas 2017 • North Carolina
Tasha • Steffen • Jess 

Happy 69th Dennis!

Year Six

May Day Birthday 68

This view, touched by Dennis's eyes everyday over the years, makes me pause and try to see what it was that he saw.... what a gift.

Fifth Year Anniversary

It was five years ago today that Dennis' life was honored at a memorial service at Philadelphia University.

This anniversary has renewed my goal of establishing an endowed Scholarship in Dennis' name to be given to a Graphic Design student at Philadelphia University every year. People have generously donated approximately 4/5 of the necessary funds necessary to establish this Scholarship. My goal is to raise the rest of the funds needed with the sale of some of Dennis' artwork. Dennis was a dedicated and brilliant teacher who believed in the transformative nature of international travel and studies. I can't think of a better way to honor Dennis' teaching career.

Four Years Ago

Four years ago today I felt Dennis's last breath on my cheek, I breathed it in and held it in my heart hoping it would keep him close to me forever. While our house is dark and cold from another winter storm power outage, just like that night four years ago, that last breath and the memory of the brilliant light that surrounded him warms my heart and soul.