I received the following message from Donna Vassar, Muchael's sister, through the IBS web site. If any of you can respond to Donna, I am sure that it will be appreciated. Her email address is: dorava@cablerocket.com Alan Meerow Hi, My name is Donna Vassar, Michael is/was my brother. In many ways I still can't accept that he is gone. I was searching various horticultural sites this evening and came upon IBS. I know how much your group meant to him over many years, and I thank you for the wonderful comments about his life, his influence on others, his contributions, and his beautiful photographs on your site. I just knew his photos had to be somewhere! His passion for plants, and especially certain species, always gave me such a thrill. I never failed to learn in his presence. It is great to know that passion was transferred to others. If any of you have copies of of his writings, articles, or publications, I would appreciate being able to get copies. I'd enjoy hearing from anyone who knew Michael or had the opportunity to experience his knowledge of bulb species... or anything... Thanks, Donna Vassar