Even when she was raising us, she would make time to go out and solicit friends and acquaintances to raise money for the work of the UJF (United Jewish Federation).

She enjoyed spending time in Florida, but would never think of leaving the city that she truly loved.

Although my mother was her own person during their marriage, she loved and respected our father. They understood what had to be done and had a wonderful and fulfilling life together.

It's confidence and pressure to keep it going all at the same time. Because people are expecting us to win again and it's also confidence because you know that you've done it before and you're pretty sure you can do it again.

I love the friends I have gathered together on this thin raft...

It was like the Beatles had arrived, you know. These four elderly ladies, and they were screaming for us-screaming for us. It was wonderful.