Hello all! Back in Vancouver, but rather homesick today! A 2 1/2 hr drive from Seattle, so got in @3:00 Topsfield time- no problem as I am now a night owl! The drive was lovely, as I had the sweet tunes of Victor, Gregg, Lydia and Joni 1967 to keep me company- and the many wonderful memories of perhaps the nicest weekend of my life! Firstly to Ashara, truly an angel on this earth! How you opened your heart and home to us all, is absolutely incredible. I still can't figure out how you do it all! So my heartfelt thanks to both you and Sal for your graciousness. And your support team of Maggie, Heather and Lawrie- what an effort by you all- thank you so! I have honestly never been in a room so filled with love and emotion from such an amazing number of talented people. Not wanting to sound overly gushy, but it really was a life-changing experience, and I know I have made some life-long friends. The music room, family room, porch, back deck, front steps- everywhere you went, there were sounds of people strumming, singing, playing the piano.........and til the wee hours of the morning. The performance at the church on Saturday was incredible! 10 hours of wonderful music- and a day filled with emotion. There were lots of tears cried by many, myself included. Perhaps more later- soooooo many great sets!! All for the moment- the reality of work is setting in. Love to you all, Stephen in Vancouver NP: Victor Johnson- Tangled- absolutely lovely Victor!!!!!
