Visual Entertainment from Near and Far
March 1999
Beautiful weather in Houston with lots of sunshine an bout 70 degrees. Played bridge all afternoon by the pool. Almost time for our cocktail hour and dinner. Another half day of meetings tomorrow before we return.
Love, Tim
Blue Bonnets – State Flower. In late March through April, Texas Wild Flowers bloom in masses along roadsides, meadows and hillsides.
Peaceful and playful “Balboa” in Newport Beach, California
2000
Walked on the pier – a bit chilly in the wind but the sun has been warm. Lots of surfers on the beaches but not many swimmers.
See you soon, love, Tim
Little Elk, Youth Ranch, Browerville, MN
1991
I have been having a lot of fun, and it has been really nice. My horses name is Rio-Grande, and she is very stubborn. I have nice counselors and I have gone swimming every day Well I hope it is nice on Saturday.
Valerie
East African wildlife. Leopard
1967
I arrived ok and met with the consultant last night. Slept late and loafed. Will go to Hardins for dinner soon and then Lowell and I will go to Princeton.
Love, Bill
The Berkshire Hotel, Madison Avenue at 52nd Street. Finest location – Radio City, theaters, exclusive store and shops within easy walking distance. New York City’s newest – 500 handsomely furnished guest rooms – all with finger-tip air-conditioning, 21″ TV in every room.
Vincent Van Gogh 1853-1890
The Actor; Paris 1887
April 1983
Arrived Ok, bumpy flight, 2 hours late. Bill met me – we have visited about everyone and everything. I hear your party was a success. Bill likes your cards. It’s cold here – daffodils in bloom but not tulips yet. Madurodam is going strong! I’m unpacked so off to bed.
Love, Va
Claud Monet (1840-1926), A woman in a Garden, Ste Adresse 1867; Hermitage, Leningrad
Black Bear
May 1963
I got your good letter today. thank you for writing such an interesting letter. In this picture the things that the boy and girl are looking at are called Piñata’s and are filled with candy and gifts. They are used for birthdays and the cover is made of Paper Mache.
Write again. Love, Bill
Paul Klee museum, Bern, Switzerland
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