12/01/2021
They say it takes a village. And I get it now. Simi had a play today. I was late to it. I want to say it’s because I’m so busy preparing for my wedding which is IYH next week but although it’s the truth right now, I’m totally not excused. The real truth is I am chronically late because I am always in the middle of 10 different projects. It’s something - that although the people closest to me don’t notice so much - I work on improving very rigorously. But it’s HARD. And just because the results don’t glare - doesn’t mean they’re not there. Just as fast as I think I’m done with disappointing someone for arriving late or for forgetting something - I realize I’ve done it again. And it’s my fault. Because I realize that even superwomen can’t do 10 things at one time well. I’m so lucky, grateful and indebted to Hashem for sending me angels along my path. My Mama - her devotion is unmatched. And Ilana - my daughters bonus mom. Ilana never missed a play, performance, show or auction. To say that Ilana pushes me to level up is an understatement. Through observing Ilana’s love, class, patience and elegance and understanding I see more and more of what the road ahead for me looks like. I’m so grateful that my daughters have such a nurturing caretaker and role model. But that’s common - to appreciate the good that someone else does for your children. But what I never imagined is how much Ilana would do for me. Happy Chanukah friends. May the light of the ignite your faith and love and may it spread like wildfire continuing to flicker eternally. 🕎