2017-11-18 10:09:05 wrote:

My daughter Alaina and I have been blessed to be a part of the Strauss family for over a decade (maybe longer - but time goes so fast!). We have had the opportunity to visit the Strauss family home in Jamaica and their beautiful Manhattan space. We have also visited the Strauss sister homes We loved all of our time spent with Bernie & Hazel. They have been the best hosts and we always felt so welcomed as stray friends from Los Angeles Hilary, Hazel and I began a journey a long time ago - My daughter Alaina and I are born Catholics. We have always embraced diversity through friendship and religious practice. We have enjoyed learning about all the Jewish faith/traditions and respecting the importance of different holidays.. Hazel was always certain to include diversity. This has been a lovely example for Alaina and Ameilia to recognize and respect humanity My fondest memory from Hilary and Hazel was the art of the "swipe" - a new practice for Catholic girls. I learned to pack my handbag with the extra food from a buffet - get a few things from the hotel that they "want" me to have . . . I loved this learning from Hazel (and Hilary). I am a practitioner today We enjoyed every moment with Bernie and Hazel. Alaina and I feel like family and it was wonderful to have known Hazel Strauss - on Facebook as well! Hazel was always interested to know what everyone was up to . . . . WE will miss your beautiful voice Hazel - but we feel close to your three incredible daughters that will carry on your vision . . . You prepared them to be smart and beautiful on the inside and outside - your project is complete! Rest now Monica & Alaina Georgopoulos