I was a young man disillusioned with University, alienated from world views of my authoritarian parents, seeking a vision. Friends sent me to Marguerite Wildenhain to learn pottery. She became an unambiguous career and life source. I carry on her relentless drive for mastery and completeness with her commitment to beauty. Her wisdom about living, change, risk, adventure and integrity - as well as her shortcomings and blind alleys - are vital reference points today. December 26, 2006