Shortly before passing Jeff found this in one of his old notebooks and got a big kick out of it that day. In my mind, this small portrait sums him up better than recounting his many achievements as a sailor, skier, gear-head/jack of all trades ever could. BR
“Christmas 1996 will be…
It will be a cold crisp day with clear skies. Hopefully some snow on the ground. Up to make some coffee then out for a walk by myself around the neighborhood. I’ll hope to see other families up and about in their homes. Birds will be noisy as will the dogs in their yards. Greetings will be exchanged should I meet someone on the sidewalk. Upon returning to the house, I’ll start the teapot for Bridget and get to work making some muffins and eggs. After breakfast we’ll lounge about, call family and maybe watch a movie. We’ll go out for a walk at the Arboretum or a similar spot returning home to the traditional array of pates, cheeses, etc. Chill a bit more then I’ll start to cook a Christmas meal. Maybe something smoked which I would have started earlier if this is the case. I’ll do most of the cooking as Bridget will have friends over - good - I like to share Holidays with others and cook for them. Some cards or Scrabble after dinner maybe another movie? Then off to our cozy bed to snuggle up with my love.”
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Jeff’s name to Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission.