Our dear friend Gilbert, better known to us at Monday night potlucks as Stevia Oregano for the abundance of fresh offerings from his garden, left us today, most unexpectedly.

His sudden departure is a sobering reminder to be sure we treat the ones we love with tenderness, and not to take a moment for granted.

Thanks, Gilbert, for the bounty of your garden, for your generosity and compassion, and for your good humor. You are already very much missed.

Our Monday night potlucks simply will not be the same without you.