The sparkle of life - Ray Field

For Ray Field, a life-long interest in jewelry-making has found a home at Wyndemere. "My interest in jewelry-making began in Colorado, where I was studying for a master's degree," said Ray. "Living in Colorado, my wife and I traveled to mining towns in the mountains where we collected interesting stones."

During a career as a teacher, coach, and industrial sales person, Ray continued his interest jewelry-making classes. "Designing and working with my hands brought together many of my past experiences," said Ray.

A Wyndemere resident for the past year, Ray found a home for his jewelry-making interest in a section of the Wyndemere greenhouse. He fixes broken jewelry for fellow residents and gives away other pieces he has created. "With a wife, three children, their spouses and ten grandchildren, I have a ready make 'market' for my pieces," said Ray.

For Ray, retirement just added a little more "sparkle" to his life.