I Quit Part 3

Next morning I walked in and quit JR & Associates. Next day. One or two week notice I don’t remember, it’s been 35 40 years. Mrs. JR is in tears. My body heaves a huge sigh of relief. JR asks: “What are your plans?” “Get another job.” The Portfolio. The Art...

Happy Anniversary Part 2

JR, my boss, is all about money. Old wealth. Old Fort Lauderdale. Old School. Down to the drapes in the office, a tartan wool plaid that he proudly says “are the color of money.” This month I’m celebrating 35 years in business and here’s how...

Happy Anniversary Part 1

“You heard about the designer who was shot and left bleeding out on the curb in front of David & Dash Fabrics? Don’t worry.” We’re on i-95, JR opens up the center console showing off his Magnum 44 driving south down to Miami, my first trip to...