2024 has been a terrific year at Kifu Bonsai, and I couldn't have done it without your support. The year began with an always inspiring trip to Japan, where I toured numerous private bonsai nurseries, ate excellent food, and met with Mr. Masakuni at MASAKUNI Co. Ltd. I also visited the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, where I had the opportunity to see some of the bonsai I worked on decades ago as a young apprentice. Italian bonsai expert Mauro Stemberger hosted a select group of students for two sessions at the studio this past spring. Additionally, I have welcomed Ernest Pujol and Bob Danweber as new studio staff and have selected a handful of apprentices for 2025. A warm thanks to all who have visited the studio this year. Let's do it all again in 2025!