Traveling Companions

Harv, Vi, Sandy, Art, me & Stu - Israel 11/2011

Absolutely nothing made me happier than when cousin Harvey said he and Vi want to accompany us on our cruise in a few months!  They are simply the greatest traveling companions ever and they made our trip to Israel last year the most incredible trip of a lifetime. 

There is a special place in heaven for folks who adopt their spouse's children and raise them as their own, don't you agree?  When Harvey married Vi she came with two adorable toddlers, Michael and Dana.  Harvey adopted them and raised them Jewish (Vi converted and knows more than I do) and they have paid him back with love and grandchildren.



Harv & Sheryl, our wedding

Stu first  introduced me to his cousin Harvey when they went swimming at the Mather High School pool. They were practicing for a PE class at the University of Illinois where they both went to school.  Harvey was a great swimmer and was on his high school (Sullivan High) swim team. He and Vi move a lot slower now as they both have complications from diabetes, heart conditions and strokes. But they are just as much fun as ever and I am sooo looking forward to our next great adventure together! 

Like I said, best traveling companions - on a vacation or through Life - ever!