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There is no greater joy than becoming a parent.  And I’m blessed to have experienced this three times with my beautiful sons.

Close in age, they grew up together, going to the same high school and even sharing the same friends. Yet as similar as their circumstances were, their personalities could not be more individual or distinct. Here’s what I mean.

Peter was my first. Focused, driven and independent, he took his role as “older brother” quite seriously. It was clear from the start that Peter was the type of person to set a goal and follow through. His real estate business is a perfect example of his perseverance.

David is the middle child, born with endless warmth and an easy going way. He was always great to be around! As a child he showed an early interest in the business and shared my passion for jewelry and fascination with gemstones.  David received his GIA certification and joined the company just after college. He’s been here ever since, and  loved by all at Judith Ripka.

My youngest, Brian, is a “go-getter”.  With boundless energy and a true entrepreneurial spirit,  Brian is happiest when juggling multiple projects at once. His smile is infectious and his charm is, well, charming!

Fast forward to today and my boys are grown men with families of their own. I’m thrilled with their success and accomplishments, but far more important, is the happiness they have achieved in their lives.  When they are around, there is love and laughter. When we are all together – usually during holidays or summers at the beach – I realize how blessed we are and how true Peter’s words were several years ago when he simply wrote …Dear Mom, Life is good.