Ellen is most often found sitting in her favorite chair at the end of the Mansion hallway, she likes to keep an eye on people going to the office or the dining room. She is sweet and quiet and she loves to see Red, she loves to pet him and talk to him.

We usually go to the Mansion in the late afternoon, when the organized activities have slowed down and people are happy for a visit. Red has his regular stops – the office, Ellen, the activity room.

Spring is close and there will be some changes in clothes needed for the residents. I hope to plan some outings as well – lunches, carriage rides, picnics, visits to our farm.

If you care to contribute to this work, your support will be welcome. You can donate to the Mansion Fund via Paypal, or if you prefer, send a check to Jon Katz, Mansion Fund, P.O. Box 205, Cambridge, N.Y., 12816. And thanks.

Without the Army Of Good, there would be no Mansion Fund or refugee scholarships.