Aliyah's Bat Mitzvah!

I met with Aliyah and her family at the synagogue for some posed formal portraits.  The temple is beautiful, with honey colored woods and really cool angles.  Aliyah and her sister read Torah for us and it was an honor to be part of such an ancient and sacred tradition.  The bat mitzvah is a closed ceremony so I won't see her again until the big party Saturday night!  Happy birthday and congratulations Aliyah!  You're going to be AMAZING!

Danielle's graduation!

Danielle, Mike, and the fantastic trio of triplets met me on campus for some well-earned graduation photos.  Not only did Danielle complete her MSW this summer, but she completed the degree while working full-time and having TRIPLETS!  Amazing.  She's the hardest-working student, mother, wife, employee, friend, and woman I know!  Congratulations!

Erin is a Master Music Therapist!

Erin and I took some traditional graduation photos on campus, then headed to a local park with her guitar!  The photos came out beautifully!!  Thanks Erin and CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

 

Shayla's graduation!

Shayla completed a Masters degree in Social Work this weekend!  She teaches math and science at a local school and is excited to start her new career!

 

Yay for social workers!

Yoga with Nancy!

Nancy and I felt the burn of the 99 degree post-rainstorm morning sun as she rolled through dozens of beautiful yoga poses.  It was a beautiful morning and you can almost see the moisture glistening in the air.  Gorgeous!