Thursday, March 15, 2012
I met Irv about nine years ago and although I did not know him very well, I already miss him and our conversations. Before time took it's toll on Irv's health, I regularly saw him walking his dog before sunrise. Thinking back, I'm sure he found peace and tranquility during those early morning hours. It seemed as if he and I were the only people crazy enough to be up and about! When I first became his neighbor, I simply waived as I passed him on my way to work, opting to respect his privacy. Within a short time, though, I began to stop and engage in small talk. In no time, our encounters turned into lengthy discussions about business, finance, real estate and life in general. Irv was full of wisdom. Oftentimes, I'd choose to be late for a meeting in order to spend more time listening to his perspective on life and its challenges. I find it true that we don't always realize just how special such moments with people in our lives are until they are gone. I will fondly remember my talks with Irv and will miss the wisdom that he shared with me. Rich Riccitelli Cheshire, CT
