A Gift of Jazz Glass

Some years ago, after graduating from Smith College, I moved to Boston and shared an apartment with a sister alumna, Barbara Kaplan. We 'flatted' together for several years on Boston's waterfront; I can't remember if we parted due to my transfer to Los Angeles or because she got married.

At one point Barb dated an artist named Richard who also taught sailing at the Boston Harbor Sailing School adjacent to our apartment building on the waterfront. For my birthday that year I received a piece of his "Jazz Glass" as my birthday gift. I had the piece framed, and it has moved when I have moved ever since.

I thought about all this when I was down at the Cottage at Struan Farm last weekend.

I've recently reconnected with Barb, have no idea what happened to Richard the artist, but his "Jazz Glass" (Barb's gift) is now installed in the Cottage. When John and I were renovating a few years ago we decided it was the perfect spot. It's travelled around a bit but is now home. Like me, really. Installed at long last.

 

Comments

[David Reilly]

Karen,
What a great story about just one part of your lovely cottage. The stained glass stopped me in my tracks this afternoon as I ran in to get something, and had to pull out my phone and snap a picture of it. It is very much Boston Harbour, and now it is very you, too. Mel and I are amidst an amazing experience here, and we are very grateful. So, thank you. You and John have created a warm, inviting, glorious hideaway here. We hope to be able to take some time out from the busy city life and return soon.
Cheers,
David

[Karen]

Thanks David! Love to have you and Mel back at any time, let us know when you need a getaway. Kind regards, Karen