I visited Magnolia House with a group of friends and family for a weekend, and Dan proved exceptionally flexible and patient as our plans changed several times prior to our arrival. Dan referred to himself and Darwin as remnants of an all-but-forgotten age - when people lingered around the breakfast table for conversations and coffee - and his words rang true. Both were solicitous hosts, effusive in their hospitality and eager to welcome us to Staten Island life with tales of its celebrities from days gone by. Dan was easy to communicate with throughout our weekend, even ensuring the air conditioner in each room was turned on before our planned return each evening to stave off the heat and humidity. Coordinating our days in Manhattan with the ferry docking times was trying (we even ended up using Uber during a late-night rainstorm), but street parking was ample and Staten Island evenings were quiet and peaceful at Magnolia House.