Many of you may know that 2008 was extremely rocky for The Berkowitz Bunch.  We're in much better shape by far and slowly catching back up to life.  A new year and the renewal of spring should put everything right.  Bring it on!

 

So...  about the fam: Richard and Valerie met in High School and were friends throughout.  We started dating in early summer 1996 (was it technically still spring???) and found out that we had actually gone to Camp Wonderland together at age 5.  What's cooler?  We were in the same bunk, as our found bunk picture showed, and sat next to each other.  Our relationship continued on until we moved in together in late 1998.  We were married in 2000 - vowing to spend the rest of our lives together.  Our families came together to form one huge loving circle. 

In June 2003 we were blessed with our first child, Stone.  He taught us that sleep deprivation does not come from camping out all night for the HFStival tickets - but tending to his every need.  We learned that the immense love we had for each other as a couple also transformed into a wonderful love for our child.

In September 2005, Dylan joined our family.  We learned that even though we had already had a child - nothing prepares you for the onslaught of sleep deprivation.  Keeping one quiet as to not wake the other - and the beginings of sibling rivalry.  We knew our hands were full...

In September 2007 Elizabeth was a welcome gift to our family.  While at the time we thought "two is enough" - well let's just say we wouldn't have it any other way.  She completed our household and our hearts.

Through the years, we have learned the true meaning of love, patience, and family.