Ed Aswad, Longtime Binghamton Photographer

Visiting Ed and his wife Shelley in North Carolina at their 'Paradise Found!'

Visiting Ed and his wife Shelley in North Carolina at their ‘Paradise Found!’

Ed is a dear friend of mine and the one who linked me eternally to Prospect Mountain and Ely Park Golf Course by selling me the land at 70 Ridge Street where I plan to build a spiritual home, ‘Close to Heaven,’ to enjoy ‘the rest of my life!’

‘Paradise Found’ for my good friend & Binghamton mentor Ed Aswad & his wife Shelly! Always good to visit this inspirational couple on their horse farm outside Pinehurst, NC. Ed was a lifelong photographer in Broome County (Carriage House) & the one who sold me the land at 70 Ridge Street to be known forever as ‘Aswad Point.’ Big-hearted, immense creativity, and full of meaningful & insightful perspectives & comments, most original to this wonderful man! Thanks for the hospitality! See you again soon!   (Facebook Post with 25 Pics, Andy Reistetter, 11-10-17)