RobArt Penguin

Any experiences that formed foundational events involved people. I remember long conversations with my mother about film and theater. My grandfather taught me to paint. My father taught me to fish. I remember long conversations with one uncle about religion, and my other uncle taught me to ski, which was a source of confidence in my life. That same uncle would mesmerize me with stories of his service during World War II. I remember the ever-presence and support of my Aunt who always had my back. I remember a my best friend who expressed his outrage when a 4th grade teacher smashed my face in my desk. It was a negative event, but I gained a lot from my friend’s support. People are at the heart of my formative experiences.