Portraits of Gratitude (2024-)

Portraits of Gratitude is an ongoing multimedia project that highlights the enduring legacy of my late mother, Becca Rosenberg, whose life was defined by her compassion for those around her and her dedication to her role as a doctor, mother, aunt, daughter, neighbor, and friend.

Each slideshow explores someone’s unique relationship with Becca. For each person, you’ll find a short candid photoshoot overlayed with a handwritten note to my mother.

“I often imagine thanking you for all the ways you sweetened my life: for dropping off surprise challahs and babkas, for taking so much joy in Asher and saying he was ‘so coots’, for the times you took care of us, and the times you shared your stories, for how you felt like family even though I’d only known you a few years. And then I imagine you walking up the stairs as you wave off my words- because you never did it for the thank you.”

Dana, neighbor

“Tu fuiste mi mejor amiga por todo; lo amo que trabaje contigo, te voy a tener en mi corazon para siempre; gracias por tenerme en tu vida.”

You were my best friend through everything; I loved working with you, I will hold you in my heart forever; thank you for having me in your life.

Patsy, friend

“To my dear friend: Shine in brilliance, surrounded by family. Dance in joy, always. Ride your dedicated passion for a better world. Thank you for living life out loud- for weaving this fabric of love which you have masterfully left holding all of us.”

Jill, friend

“Becca, you saw the best in me, the best I could be. But I am not alone. I think you saw the best in everyone, + made them believe it too. You nurtured our potential + made us our best selves. You celebrated each of us, and never drew attention to yourself. Your extraordinary accomplishments often went under the radar, and this frustrated me. Because you deserved more credit or recognition. But that never bothered you. Your focus was on the task/mission: make things better + heal people. I hope you understood how incredibly substantial your impact was. In fact, it still lives on. I miss you everyday.”

Jen, Co-worker