What a wonderful experience the J-R Fundraiser was! First of all, gathering with everyone at the River Cafe was such a treat. The food was excellent, the restaurant was lovely, and of course, being there with our beloved J-R and company was just the best! And then there was the boat ride, which was so much fun! I loved it when they opened the doors to the front deck as we neared the Statue of Liberty. I just had the greatest time experiencing the sights, the breeze on my face and in my hair – such an experience of freedom! And it was fun when we caught some of the waves and the boat bounced up and down as the other boats passed by. I had the added pleasure of having Jim Lynch as my own, personal tour guide as he pointed out a lot of places of interest as we passed. He made the ride even more interesting and fun!
All in all, it was such an enjoyable day, and what a blessing to have J-R there with us for the entire experience. I’m looking forward to more fun with J-R and staff next year!”
Lots of loving and hugs to you, Melba, and thank you for creating this incredible experience for all of us to enjoy! See you in Cape Cod!
Linda Mogitz

Last Wednesday in NYC we were at an oasis of Light and grace in the middle of the summer heat wave. I got to see my NY family and friends from Florida in a beautiful restaurant enfolded by J-R’s sweet, loving energy. I must say though that the highlight for me was J-R’s sharing with my little girl Ariana. I went to introduce Ariana to J-R and he shared with her for a while. At first, Ariana was more interested in playing with Nat’s beard so I had to turn her towards J-R so she could get to see him front and center. After this, she dropped into a most beautiful slumber in the middle of all the noise and chatter in the restaurant. This was topped off by an awesome boat ride in one of those big NYC water taxis (always wanted to try one of those) with great air conditioning and of course, another opportunity for Ariana to share with J-R. We sat in front of J-R for a long while and played with Ariana, we did baby yoga, chatted and shared some neat things with him and those around him. Even Jsu got to hold Ariana for a while and do the Cha Cha. Delicious day filled with grace.
Loving and gratitude,
Luz Jaramillo

Gathering with our MSIA family and J-R is always a de-LIGHT and I so appreciated the fullness of Spirit during the New York Fundraiser and fun boat cruise. The waiters at times seem irritated as most of us didn’t stay seated in our chairs (ha-ha), but moved about the lovely room chatting and enjoying each other. My grandson, Andrew, and I were in New York celebrating his 21st year. J-R had held him as a baby and had interactions with him as a child, but it had been years since Andrew had seen him, so being with J-R in New York was an especially joyful time for me.
Much Love to All,
Cleora Daily