in the recent years, vicky's talent for music has been centered in her jewish faith, and has developed from an interest into a passion. she has performed in a coed jewish a capella vocal ensemble and through teaching at a synagogue in the chicago area, has worked closely with, and been mentored by, cantors who have encouraged her in her art.
recently, vicky was accepted into the only cantorial degree program in the country, where she will be studying to receive a master of sacred music. the program begins with a "year-in-israel", followed by four years of study in new york at the hebrew union college. what an amazing opportunity for her, and the cause for the family's new adventure!
we are going to miss these friends of ours, who have been such an integral part of our lives here in chicago. the times we have spent together since graduating college have produced an abundance of wonderful memories. here are a few of my favorites:
- vicky and vlad got pulled over on the way to our wedding for speeding. when vicky explained she was running late for a wedding, and the officer, thinking she was a bridesmaid, let her go without issuing a ticket!
- hanging out together when vlada would come back to chicago to visit:
- being at vlad's graduation party when he surprised vicky by proposing with all her family and friends present
- at thier wedding, we sat at the "american table". the vodka bottle on our table was the talk of the night - we just couldn't seem to keep up with the consumption of the rest of the guests:) here we are with the lovely bride and groom:
- rushing to the hospital as soon as we heard that their first child, adam, had just been born. we were the first friends to meet him! adam has grown into a remarkably smart boy, who we just love being around! here's a picture of big brother adam, with his baby sister, michelle:
vicky, vlad, adam and michelle - we love you, will miss you, and are wishing you all the best!
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that picture of adam and michele is too cute. :)
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