I rarely post on social media, and I particularly avoided on this day, but 10 years have come and gone since my mother left this earth. It’s funny the things that stay with you 10 years later… her laugh, her singing, the way her voice echoed through the neighborhood as she stood on the front porch, calling us to come in from playing outside because dinner was on the table (you could hear her a mile away). To hold her hand as she took her last breath will always be one of the great honors of my life. Mom, thank you for the laughter, the songs, and for always making sure the entire neighborhood knew it was time to eat at the Mannis house. Happy Mother’s Day. And to my stepmother, Connie, who came into my life at the age of 14 and passed away in 2005. She was something else… The firecracker that gave my dad his spark back… She was just pure joy personified! Memories of Christmases with her will always bring a smile to my face, and I am almost positive that if you google the word altruist, her image will be the first to see. Her impact on my life, remain steadfast and strong all these years later. So, to all of you social media followers and friends, call your mom, or your stepmom, or anyone who has mothered you in any way today. It will make her day.
Bringing this cancer warrior @kevinbabbott home today. He has kicked ass and on the road to recovery. Thank you @nyulangone for taking such good care of us and to everyone who has messaged, called, prayed, sent positive vibes, and love our way…It means the world. #lifeisgood #joyful
Today is this amazing man’s birthday. @kevinbabbott is always thinking of ways to make life better for those around him. He is my partner, my husband and my rock. Please send a little love his way today.
Turning 52 has always been a scary age to reach as it is the age that my Dad died of cancer and today I turn 52 and I have been diagnosed with cancer…just like Dad.
For my birthday, I will spend most of my day meeting with oncologists @nyulangone Perlmutter Cancer Center. I am feeling blessed to be here today because I am ready to fight and stop the pattern of men dying in their early fifties in my family. Technology and medical advancements have come so far in the 36 years since I lost Dad.
I am ready to fight for my families, my chosen family, my @joespub and @nohonyc family. More than anything, I am ready to fight for this man, my beautiful Husband, @robertmannis . He is and has always been my why. Let’s do this!
First big snow from Mountain View. Don’t have pictures of me shoveling at 10:30pm last night….these city boys may be in over our heads with @robertmannis
Briefly taking a moment to share something I’m proud of:
Before I started REALLY poppin’ with this baby, I had the wonderful pleasure of getting new headshots to commemorate the entrance of my “Mom Era” with the magnificent @robertmannis .
I felt seen, I felt heard, and I feel like my SELF — right now — was captured in these photos as I enter this new phase of my life. I am so, so, so grateful to Robert for his thoughtfulness, compassion, and patience. (Not to mention his TALENT and attention to detail!!!)
Thank you so much, Robert, for seeing me and capturing me in these shots.
Now… anyone need a mom for your commercial? 👋
#robertmannisphotography #actorheadshots #nycactor #newheadshots #actorforhire
This was shot in July 2007, the day @realgavincreel and I met. I was captivated by his boundless energy, his unique charm and his lust and love for life. I would have the honor and privilege of working with him several more times throughout the past 17 years. Gavin, I am stunned and saddened that you are no longer here with us. I am certain that the lights of Broadway will dim in honor of you, but more than that, the light of this world will be forever dimmed by your loss. Rest well, sweet Gavin.
Got to see my girls @cassadeepope and @thefoxiesjulia last night on The Hereditary Tour. Please check them out. You won’t be sorry. They were 🔥. Link in bio.
These past few weeks with @walkmusical have re-ignited a fire inside of me that I honestly felt had been extinguished. My time with this cast, the production team and musicians is something I will never forget. To be able to sing the music of @jonforeman and tell this story of love, loss and ultimately hope is an honor not lost on me. #awalktoremember #switchfoot #franklintheater #onlyhope 📷@naneframe
