A Message in Time

Lately, I've been obsessed with the idea of legacies. I hope to someday create some meaningful art that will live with my children and grandchildren long after I'm gone. Lee has the parks and cities that he designs. I dream of publishing books.

My father has built many instruments throughout his adulthood. Most recently, he decided to foray into furniture pieces. When my mother asked for a sideboard, my father assembled his vision. He started by creating a model.

And then he set to work to create the real thing.

And though he is still applying a French polish, my mom and I consider his work to be finished. It's simply gorgeous.

Perhaps my great great grandchildren will someday surface on an episode of Antiques Roadshow.