Dad had the idea to have an auction. It was a really fun idea. He printed 100 mohr dollars for everyone in various denominations and Jen was the banker. We bid on fun and interesting stuff.

Mom and dad renew their vows for the 60th wedding anniversary before the whole family.

And they kissed after exchanging vows. Wow, those old folks kiss quick - i missed it!

Karen met Nikki 30 some years ago at a Jack and Jill meeting.

Nikki Giovanni is a bright light in the world. I can see it in her face. She had signed 35 books and greeted 100 people, but the smile, the genuine smile was unrelenting. I would have thought poets were more introverted.