This month we feature the Schultz family, a story filled with cherished memories, shared passions, and a profound love for togetherness and life. Joe and Lisa's love story began in the hallways of a Staten Island grammar school, leading to high school sweethearts and a celebration of marriage on May 30, 1993. Their best memories throughout life have been the joy in their beach house in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey. It's here, amidst the sun-kissed shores and salty breeze, that they forged some of their most treasured memories, watched their children grow, and now delight in the laughter of their grandchildren.

Joe, a graduate of NYC Tech with a degree in Hotel Restaurant Management, has found fulfillment as an Operations Specialist at Millennium Partners, a prominent hedge fund in Manhattan. Meanwhile, Lisa's passion for caregiving led her to a career as a Nurse Manager at Robert Wood Johnson Hospital in New Brunswick, where she continues to make a difference in the lives of others.

Their daughters, Alexandra and Jordyn, have inherited their parents' strong work ethic and compassionate spirit. Following in her mother's footsteps, Alexandra serves as a pediatric visiting nurse in Staten Island, while Jordyn is set to graduate from Rowan University with a degree in Marketing, poised to make her mark in the business world. Alexandra has also married and gifted the family two beautiful grandchildren. Her husband, David is a Captain on the Staten Island Ferry and they feel blessed with their children Sophie and Ryan. The Schultz family's furry companion, a black lab named Charles, holds a special place in their hearts. He will be five in June and loves to play ball and stick and he even lets the babies climb all over him!

Eight years ago, the Schultifamily made the decision to relocate to Colts Neck, seeking a better quality of life amidst the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes that define the area. They found solace in the tranquility of the countryside, relishing in the abundance of nature and the close- knit community that welcomed them with open arms. "We absolutely love Colts Neck and should have moved here 10 years earlier!" says Joe. They enjoy all the wide open spaces, the farms, the horses and beautiful wildlife. "We enjoy the proximity of Colts Neck to all the wonderful towns and restaurants - from Belmar to Red Bank to the Freehold Mall and Monmouth Race Track - it's the perfect neighborhood to raise a family," says the family.

The Schultz family finds pleasure in attending mass at St. Mary's Church and cheering on their favorite New York sports teams - the Yankees, Giants, Knicks and Rangers. Joe personally enjoys playing golf at all the local courses. They are active members of their community, with Alexandra spearheading various children's activities in Staten Island and Jordyn leaving her mark on the softball field as a key player in her high school team at Saint John Vianney winning the State Championship in 2019-2020.