"Bob, what kind of chocolate are we trying today", this was Cathy's question every time she met with Akiko and me at the ceramics studio. This of course led to the craziest blind folded tasting contests which invariably Cathy seemed to win, even when we tried to trick her. Our search for the best chocolate led us to many adventures and long talks and lots of laughter. We started out as teacher and student and ended up as good friends. Cathy embodied all the wonderful qualities of an artist; she was disciplined, focused, a quick learner but most importantly she followed her passions and they spoke through her work. I am so lucky to have had her spirit come into my life; I miss you Cathy.