navigating holiday interactions, an italian immigrant story & (obviously) gratitude

nostalgic holiday feels & my neapolitan heritage

My grandparents in their cocktail attire - they were more well-dressed than I may ever be.

My Italian-American grandparents, Dee and Frank, were proud to be both Italian and American. In the spirit of gratitude and acknowledging our lineage - especially all they endured to help us be where we are today - I’m happy to share a bit of their story.

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