[michiko]

I've visited Patti, Ken, Jesse, and their yorkie gangs twice before. I had great conversations with him and listen to his wonderful classical guitar. Ken and Patti watched Haruka for me when I had to make an emergency trip to Japan a few years ago. I am so grateful that I have met them by the fate. Talking with Patti I feel like I have known Ken for long long time. They have been very kind to me.

I was hospitalized when I heard the news. I have been feeling very sad. I was really hoping that I could visit again and ask him to play his guitar and sing along and see him doing better. At the same time I know he has been suffering a lot for so many months. So rest in peace, Ken!!

I wish I lived closer. I am hoping to be able to meet with Patti again and maybe we will do something together to take care of ourselves.