Happy Easter, Passover and Laotian New Year

April 11, 2009

Hi Brother Rick,

This is an opportunity to wish you, Eva and family a Happy Passover, Easter and Laotian New Year (April 14th) at least that was I said to my students before departuring for some, their last spring break (those seniors in my capstone accelerated class). Sorry, I missed your call. As you know me, I often forget my cell phone at home, in the truck, office or coach locker. The last time it was found in one of my three lockers. It was good to find your voice again. That's great, you can speak again.

We went down to Dartmouth College for Maya's college visit yesterday. Even though we're there so often, it is like our backyard with our own tennis courts, it was good to attend the gatherings and tour. Maya was impressed. It would be an ideal if she were to go to college here. Like she said it is her life and future. She needs to go to college where she feels her best.

Yes, it was good for Eva to experience her Jewish side. I think it is very important to know one's identity and cultural background not only in the United States, but also in the world. Life is too short.

Wish you were here. I saved the barn fire for you, but since you couldn't be here. Last night Vicki and I burned it on a Good Friday. As a Catholic I was not supposed to eat all day on this day, I'll switch it for today (Saturday). I almost burned all of my USMLEs, send this life long dream to God. Somehow I didn't. Well, I better get back to my study. It is now 3:54am.

Happy Passover, Easter and Laotian New Year,

J. John

April 9, 2009

Brother,

sorry for not getting back to you sooner. Suddenly its thursday! yes, it was too complicated to get up there this visit. We´ve had a very nice time with my folks, and two celebrations of the jewish passover, which have been great experiences for Eva to discover her jewish side.

yes indeed, not easy times on the economic front.

hey, we should try and at least talk once on the phone while I¨m here. I want to hear a bit more about how you see the boards stuff.

Best,

Rick

April 9, 2009

Hi Rick-

I assume we'll not meet during your visit this time since I have not heard from you. I know you're going through a lot lately. I wish you well soon from laryngitis.

Life is happening so fast. All of a sudden, it is time for Maya to search for a college, and Melanie to start high school. Still it is worth every moment we're together as a family in the Northeast Kingsom of Vermont. Many people are less fortunated than us. At least we have jobs. Infact, too many jobs for both Vicki and me. This year we're hitting by taxes. Not sure how we can make the payment, which is over someone's annual salary. It seems as if the harder we work, the harder we get punished by the goverments. There must be a way out of here.

Hope you're well with your lovely daughter Eva and parents. We'll connect another time.

Happy Passover and Easter,

B. John

April 6, 2009

Borhter,

Of course you can consult me about schools for Maya. its a pretty impressive line up you have for her. My voice is weak, but its starting to come back. So we can certainly chat, on email, the phone, or even in person if we can swing something after april 10th. Its not been super busy really. I´ve just tried to be spending good time with Eva and my parents so far.

So let´s be in touch this week.

Best,

Rick

April 4, 2009

Hi Rick,

You must have so many competing demands now that you're stateside, family, friends, daughter and all others who need your consultation. Of course, this must be challenging with laryngitis. If you have a moment to spare, please send me a line. We have April 10th as a headmaster holiday, and the following week off for the spring break. We still have tennis team practicing, but we will also squeeze in the time for Maya's college visits. We are visiting Harvard, BC, Brown and Brandeis.

Could we consult with you regarding Brown as a possibility for Maya's pre-med and tennis?

Shalom,

B. John

March 25, 2009

hey there brother,
Just checking in. How things going? Studying? Not? More, less? Feeling alive? Like a success or a failure?

I´m coming to visit boston with Eva this thursday april 2. We stay until april 12th. I decided to take the trip because I am having vocal chord problems again and can´t work. Thought I may as well take advantage of the situation. Would love to see folks, but it will be a little complicated without a voice. Of course, it would be like old times. You remember your wedding of course..

Anyhow, hope you are doing okay, and perhaps, somehow or other we could hook up when we come.

Best,

Rick