Dalia, 34, of West Hills, California, is mother to Naomi, just shy of 6 years old, and Tova, just shy of 3. Dalia's mother, Ronda, 64, joined in on the fun as we captured some tender moments and filled the beautiful afternoon air with sounds of laughter and love! Married to Jason, Dalia is also a rabbi and educator. She finds joy in helping others find meaning in their journeys through life. Among her favorite things to do are baking, connecting with friends and traveling. One of the top things on her list is her love of being a mom and loving her girls! Dalia's mom, Ronda, is a retired special education teacher. She devoted her career to helping children better their lives and finding value in what they had to offer. She now spends her time being "Mom-Mom" to the girls (and their first cousins), volunteering at their schools, helping with after-school care, spoiling them with love and kisses, and also teaching them values and responsibility. Naomi and Tova are such kind hearts. You can tell that the overflow of love they are surrounded by is reciprocated by them. Dalia describes Naomi as a sweet, bright and caring child. She says Tova is smart, strong and always on the run!
Dalia hopes that they will grow up to be strong, passionate, thoughtful and caring individuals. Dalia, I have no doubt that they will...
(Video interview following photo gallery.)
"One of my favorite things is when the girls go to one end of the hall, I sit at the other end, and they give me a "running hug" and knock me over!" - Dalia
"We are all lucky to have her in our lives." - Dalia, talking about her mother Ronda
"I hope that they remain close to one another and are a support to each other throughout their lives." - Dalia
Surrounded by love...
Fun with bubbles...
Fun with "Mom-Mom"...
"She knows what she likes (and doesn't like) and she is not afraid to share that with people..." - Dalia, talking about Tova
"Naomi is a Mommy's girl. She loves to play with my hair and cuddle." - Dalia
Quality time is the best time...
"I am proud of the young lady [Naomi] is becoming - caring for her friends, trying hard in school, and being an amazing big sister to Tova." - Dalia
Simple moments...
"[Tova] LOVES gymnastics!" - Dalia
"They also love being silly - anytime, anywhere..." - Dalia
Thank you to Dalia, Ronda, Naomi and Tova! Such a pleasure meeting you and being surrounded by the love you share. Dalia and Ronda, it makes me happy to know that you are living the example of the values and morals you are passing on to your girls. They are the same foundation building blocks I was brought up with...thank you.
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