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From Russia they came with love

November 15, 2014

In family

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One of my fondest memories of my childhood, when I was very young, was when my Grandmother surprised me by taking me to my very first baseball game. With no car, we made the trip by taking three separate buses as we made our way to the old Candlestick Park to see the San Franciso Giants take on the Houston Astros. It was magic for me. A little boy with his loving Grandmother. Popcorn, the cheer of the crowd and most importantly, her by my side. I'm sure there was ice cream involved as well. My Grandmother was everything to me. She passed away this past Tuesday as I was rushing to be by her side. I didn't make it, but I know she felt me there with her. Growing up with a single Mother doing her very best to raise me, my Grandmother was often there to rescue us when we needed a safety net. She was in so many ways, our home base. She was my home base. Being raised by women, some would say that I would have lacked certain traits growing up that only a Father could provide, but I would respectfully disagree. My Grandmother was the single most clearest example of strength and perseverance I could have ever had. She passed down these examples to her children never with words, but always with action. I often reflect at where I have managed to make it in life, this small but wonderful space I have carved out in the world, and I think to myself always how none of it would have been possible without her. Her unwavering support was a constant. It didn't take form in the way of a hard life talk, but more in a gentle kindness that only a warm hug, or hot meal prepared by her hands could convey. It was always the medicine you needed. It was amazing what she could speak just through her actions. She always could heal my wounds, both the physical and emotional. She was magic. She was our finest example. She was home base. I don’t know if she ever had a moment to truly reflect on her successes in life. After all, she never craved for acknowledgement. But as she rests in peace with a moment to exhale, I hope she sees just all she accomplished. You did good Grandma. You did so wonderfully good.
I love you and thank you,
Charlie

#mygrandmother

This year marked 20 years together as a couple and today marks 9 years married. Look at all that you have given me. Thank you for being my constant source of energy and love and for this life that we have. Happy Anniversary my love ❤️. #anniversary #proudhusband

Dear Naomi,

This is you at 6 years of age. Every day you light up the world around you.
Love Papa
#littlenaomi #proudpapa

This girl🔥❤️ #milamoon #proudpapa

A fun quick sculpt based on a design by @randybishopart #zbrushsculpt #metime😊

Oh the places she’ll go. #littlenaomi

Much needed food for the soul. #lovemy3girls #littlenaomi #milamoon #sansimeon

Dear Naomi,

Wouldn’t of missed this for the world. Keep shining that light of yours kiddo. So proud of you. Hope you felt all the love and support from all of us :). Love Papa
#littlenaomi #proudpapa #sisters

Me and my moon. #milamoon #proudpapa

So excited for the world to see this movie! Very proud of my contributions to this wonderful film and even more so proud of the efforts of so many amazing artists! #howtotrainyourdragon3 #dreamworksanimation

These moments are everything. #proudpapa #littlenaomi #milamoon #momentslikethese

We always love our time with our sweet friend Maya. @corymccrummen how did we get so lucky with these girls? :). #milamoon #littlenaomi #proudpapa #sisters

My little moon :) #milamoon #proupapa

To the woman of our dreams. Thank you for being a beacon of light to our girls and to me. You've given us so much. The love that you show Naomi and Mila is nothing short of inspiring and what you've given me with these two girls, I just can't ever properly articulate how grateful I am to you - as a wife and a mother. After all, if
with Naomi you gave me my sun, who showers us with sunshine and with Mila you gave me my Moon, who overjoys us with her rays of laughter and light, then that must make you my World - and theirs :) Happy Mother's Day ❤️

Dear girls,

Took you back to our old neighborhood where Naomi spent the first year and few months of her life. Visiting the park there was always a treat for us, but revisiting pictures of Naomi then and seeing how much she's grown is just remarkable. Being there with both of you now stirs up so many feelings. Such a magical journey raising you two. I hope these memories are burned into your minds forever.
love Papa,

#proudpapa #littlenaomi #milamoon #growinguptoofast

Haven’t shared any art in a while so thought I would share a fun sculpt I recently did. This is my humble take on the legendary Glen Keane’s Tarzan. Did this as a demo for my students at the ArtCenter. Amazing concept to work with. And such a great feeling to see it trending on ArtStation :). #zbrush #tarzan #artstation

Mama's Instagram

Happy first day of 1st grade Naomi! We are so proud of you sunshine ☀️ 💛#myfirstgrader #chime #sadlittlesister #imissyoutoo #proudofyou #shinebright #classof2030

Last day of summer with my big girl. Tomorrow she starts first grade! 📚#mamadate #willmissherlikecrazy

Cambria, Moonstone beach 🌙🌫 We searched and searched for moonstones but did not find. In the process Naomi realized she had fun searching even though we didn’t find the actual stone. Life lesson for the win 🌞 #coastalroadtrip #summeradventures #nextstopbigsur

Grateful mama over here 💕I saw so much love and care from them for each other during our little getaway. I hope 🤞🏼 and pray 🙏 they’ll always have each others backs in life 👭#sisterhood

Much needed getaway with my favs 💗

Long over due reunion with these gals 💗#rpaalumni #lovemyfriends

Happy 4th Birthday to a very special boy who is always so caring, thoughtful and kind! I love the special bond you all have. We love you Leo! 🧜🏼‍♀️💗💎💁‍♀️🎂🍪🍭🍦🍡❄️🎄🦖 (emojis picked by Mila for Leo)

Last day of swim class and she graduated to a mermaid! 🧜🏼‍♀️ Naomi can now swim! I am so proud considering when we started six weeks ago she was terrified of putting her face in the water. Even a splash on her face caused her panic & anxiety. Not anymore! It took us three summers of being patient and using a slow, gentle approach that would ease her in and trusting Jennifer’s mindful method! Thank you so much @waterotters 💗 #proudmamapost #conqueringfears #naomimaya

Dear Rosie, Mila is so lucky to call you her BFF 💕 And I’m so lucky to have met your mama @emilyelisha #happy4thbirthday to a very special girl! Hope you continue to always make ice magic as you dance through life ✨❄️✨ #caterpillarcottagekids #butterfliesinthemaking

I hope you always dance through life the way you did yesterday🦋 Thank you @dancedimensionspac for all of your hard work. Volunteering gave me a whole new perspective and appreciation for all the love, care and work that you do for this community 💕

Loved this moment. Girls were watching company dancers doing a beautiful piece right before they went on stage ✨ #backstage #dancedimensions #dancerecital2018

Danced her heart out. So proud of you Naomi 💗#dancerecital2018 @dancedimensionspac

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