Our award-winning daughter

So focused...
London, ON
October 2020
This photo originally shared on Instagram

Not a day goes by when my wife and I don’t reflect on how proud we are of our children. Of the people they’re becoming. Of the impact they have on those around them.

We let them know as best we can, because every kid deserves to know mom and dad think the world of them. We may not always have all the answers, but imperfection is fine as long as your heart is in the right place.

While they’re worthy of pride just by being who they are, some days come with a little extra reason for recognizing them. Tonight is Dahlia’s turn, as she’s being honoured with the London Jewish community’s Young Leadership Award.

For as long as she's been able, she's stepped up. She designs and leads after-school, weekend, and summer camp programming, she teaches, she shows up. She balances this all with a heavy load at Western.

And that juggling act has an impact: Countless kids in our community have had a better start - and stronger connections - because of her.

Just like her mom, it isn't something she does so much as who she is. We speak often of having the right spirit, of being a good person. She does and she is, and it's gratifying that we aren't the only ones who see it in her.

Way to go, Peanut Girl. We are so proud of all you've accomplished, and all that lies ahead. Future's so bright... #ldnont #london #ontario #canada #parenthood #dahlia #JewishLondon #leadership #award #photography #apple #iphone #iphone11 #shotoniphone #photooftheday #instagood #nofilter #nofilterneeded #lifeinthemargins #family #everything