On the left is Jay Gephardt, the Al G. Wright Chair of the famous Purdue Bands and Orchestras. Next to him is my nephew Geoffrey, a rising senior and second year Drum Major for the Purdue All American Marching Band. I am so proud of him!

Is it really just three months into the growing season? It’s hard to believe August is here, but my amazing vegetable garden just reminded me. The tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and zucchini are thriving! 

As much as I love living in Florida, there’s nothing like spring and early summer in the Hudson Valley. My favorite birds have been checking in.