“I paint because color is a significant language to me.” — Georgia O’Keeffe.
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Note: Thursday is my 77th Birthday, a milestone I never expected to achieve. We are celebrating by Maria driving me to an Ophthalmologist in Glens Falls, New York, to see if I need cataract surgery. I have been instructed to bring someone to drive me, and I will open my eyes to the dilator drops I am getting. We might celebrate by stopping at a first-rate Asian restaurant we like there for lunch or just coming home, eating a fancy, healthy Vermont pizza, and watching a British Mystery on my iPhone. That would be my choice; I’m not big on birthdays. At some point, I’ll check in. I am grateful for making it this long and being this content. I hope to give it a few more years. Maria says I am much too stubborn to die yet. There are just too many flowers out there.
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Today, I got out and experimented with group photography. A beautiful Gladiola plant mixed with a Heart of Jesus plant combined with the straight-on mid-day sun was the perfect storm for me. I’m signing out for my birthday; I’ll check in on Thursday when possible. Thanks for all of your support and encouragement.
My heartfelt wishes to you, Jon, on your 77th Birthday! You continue to grow….and amaze me almost daily by sharing that growth with us. You are a true inspiration in all ways.
Susan M
Happy Birthday Jon. You are a gift to all of us that have enjoyed your blog for many years. The thoughts, opinions, photos and good work you do makes the world a better place. Cheers to more years on the planet spreading love and kindness.
Happiest and healthiest birthday. Going to an eye doctor to insure your sight seems an excellent way to spend your BD. Thank you for paving the way.
Happy Birthday, Jon.
Best wishes for a very happy birthday and, hopefully, many more. You are an inspiration to so many who celebrate your work and feel privileged to know you through this wonderful blog.
Happy 77th birthday Jon! Here’s to many more inspiring years!🌸🍕🎂
A belated very Happy Birthday Jon and many more!
Happy Happy Birthday!!!!
Happy belated birthday Jon..here’s to a few more! The photos are very cool…
Happy Birthday. I was born and raised in Glens Falls.
I went through double cataract surgery last year here in Conn. it wasn’t as bad as I feared. Give Zip an ear scratch for me please
Wishing you a very Happy Birthday! Hope you enjoy your day!