El Flor, Sonsonate, El Salvador

I had a wonderful time with my Salvadoran family in El Salvador, during the end of last year and during the beginning of this year. I had an especially great time at the beach with my brother-in-law, sister-in-law, and my nephews shortly before new years. Thank you. Thank you. Thank …

Ana Isabel Aguilar Hirlemann

Two months ago today, my wife passed away of heart failure at age 36. Below is one of my favorite pictures of Isa, taken at a friend’s wedding, laughing and having a wonderful time. A great picture that I needed to share.I miss her laughter. I miss her. From college, …

My Dad

My father passed away a year ago today. I thought I’d share a picture of him and my brother Kris. Kris became a father today. Bitter-sweet.

Laia de Jong

What a wonderful day. On the first anniversay of my father’s death, my brother and his wife welcomed a beautiful, healthy baby girl to the world. Laia de Jong. Mother and father are doing well. As is my mother, a newly-minted and excited grandmother. My wife Isa couldn’t be happier; …