How well I remember taking Katherine to the top of Pike’s Peak, (14,115 feet). She went against my precautionary advice, up the winding Cog Railway, with wonder in her eyes, and those of my grandson, Bryan, at each turn in the ascent. Once at the top she expressed, quite breathlessly, her thankfulness for just being there at her age and with the health problems she had at that time. “What a beautiful view! It’s like you can see forever!” We spent an hour doing what tourists do, and eating BIG ice cream cones as we enjoyed a flawless, sunny day! I will never forget how happy she was. Truly an American moment for her as she had much love for her country, friends and also my family. Among others, she was intrinsically bound to my children, Karen, (Bryan’s Mom), Robert, Ken, and Greg – and of course, she lavished much time, energy and money on making sure that they were exposed to the Arts and Culture of the USA. Bryan has seen more Broadway shows than I will ever see. As my friend, I could always count on Katherine to tell me so many interesting tidbits of information that she gleaned through her busy social life. She is not someone I will ever forget. Rest in peace, Katherine. May you now enjoy many more mountain top experiences. Sincerely, Nancy