A Great Grandpa for Victoria

86 year old Dad has done amazingly well with his chemo treatments so far. His survival instincts have really kicked in. He maintains a vibrant mind, enjoys discussing business, family and his personal philosophies of Life. Today, Sunni, my daughter and great-granddaughter Victoria were joined by my son-in-law Kevin for their return trip to Boston tomorrow. I would say that in spite of everything, Jack, my Dad,is a lucky man!

'Family Guy' can be hypnotic!

Okay, so Little Victoria's dad Kevin is a big 'Family Guy' fan. I'm not much for cartoons, adult or not...but today in NY, Victoria was watching (what else) Family Guy. Her little eyes glzed over and she was channeling her Dad with that mesmerized FG look...what do you think?

Pride in My Daughter

Today I'm feeling great pride for my daughter Sunni. She felt it important to care for her grandfather, my Dad, during and after his second round of chemo, following his colon cancer surgery. Sunni and new daughter Victoria, have been staying at Dad's in New York for the last week. She'll remain there for another week. I'll arrive on Tuesday, Aug. 11 in time for Dad's third round of a three month ordeal. Sunni's sacrifice, compassion and sense of duty have not only made me proud, but inspires me as well. The love of family is a beautiful thing...
Sunni shown above with Baby Victoria during her recent trip to Florida.

Never let it be said that retirees are passive! In my new role as Community Outreach Coordinator for the Lazarus Free Medical Clinic in Wildwood, Florida, it's my mantra to grow the clinic with both new volunteers and increased funding!! I'm having a very interesting time achieving these goals, meeting new, young and inspired doctors and support personnel. It's truly a re-introduction to Life outside of my immediate community. It's challenging work, creative work and best of all, beneficial work to patients who have no medical alternative. Check out our facebook page at: http://tinyurl.com/ldqm6l and become a fan!