Familie Friedrich
As wonderful as it was to be a student on the Experiment in International Living, hosting students from other countries has proven even …
Familie LePechon
One of the great pleasures in my life is knowing this amazing family. When I went on the Experiment in International Living in 1965, …
Sedje Frank Hénon
One reason we chose to stop in Amsterdam on the way from Paris to Berlin was to take Violet, who turns 13 …
50th Bible School
Why do I keep volunteering for Bible Schools? Maybe it’s the cookies! My friend Nori Gelfond makes these tasty, beautiful cookies for …
Daydreams & Debussy
When I decided to become a piano teacher in the 70s, I began studying with expert teachers. Louise Kupelian assigned Debussy’s Arabesque …
Weekend in Houston
The last weekend of April reconnected us with our alma mater, family, and friends in Houston. We stayed with Steve’s cousin Jay …
Bach’s Footsteps
In June 2001, my brother Joel Kirkpatrick and I took a two-week tour In the Footsteps of Bach with the Houston Bach Choir, a …
Celebrating Births
December is a joyous month for Christians, and particularly for my family. My son David was born on the 18th; his twin …
My Cousin Jerry Raiza
My only first cousin, Rex Gerald (Jerry) Raiza, died on September 17, at the age of 83 after complications of aortic aneurysm …
Art, Books & Movies
Five novels I have read over the last several decades have illuminated my understanding of famous artworks. The artists range from the …