My daughter and granddaughter are thinking of me this week, as Maria is away and I have been dealing with snowstorms and the crash of my trusty computer, the repository of my creative life. I can’t really complain, as Plato says everyone has  harder battles to fight, but Emma, who is crafty, has been sending me a steady stream of photos showing Robin’s enjoyment of life.

That smile does get to me, every time, and it seems to be demanding that I enjoy the day. On that note (Maria has just texted me from India that she is falling asleep, so good night to her.) This has been a memorable week in many ways.

I am responding by heading out to Williamstown, Mass., to go and see “La La Land” for the second or third time. I am  hopeful that my computer will come home tomorrow in good repair. And that you Robin, for reminding me and everyone looking at the promise and wonder of the world. I’m with you, may your smile never fade.