It is Sunday, October 24th, 2021. I am thinking of Barbara Preston who was the most remarkable friend to many as we treasured her entire being. I want you to listen to Eva Cassidy singing "Autumn Leaves" and think of the beauty of Barbara. I will always hold Barbara Preston near to my heart. She was colorful like the red, orange and gold leaves of Autumn. She was a breath of cold, crisp air that warmed our hearts and enhanced all her friendships. I loved her creativity, her hospitality, her sense of humor, and inherent warmth like the embers of a fire on a cold night. She was a software engineer, an avid photographer, a world traveler, a "larger than life" personality. The song, "Cherish" is Barb's theme song. Barbara Preston was unique in her intellect, she stood up for women's reproductive rights as an activist. We used to play tennis and cross country ski together. She loved the Linda Ronstadt album, "What's New", The Nelson Riddle standards. I will always treasure our friendship through many years. She loved her family and friends. Happy 72nd Birthday Barbara! May you rest in peace. Missing you with Love, Donna Silverman, Rochester, NY