Jonathan Hernandez - Northwestern Mutual

The Power of Gratitude.

The other day I spent a few hours writing thank you cards to a variety of people as I embark on my 10th yr as a financial advisor.

was watching and expressed curiosity. Ever since he took photography class in the spring he’s been capturing various candid moments around the house…This was one of them. I took the opportunity to teach him the value of thank you cards and the fulfillment it brings to both the writer and the recipient. He agreed to write one with me so I returned the favor and took a photo of him as well… (he is a better photographer than me. Haha)

And Yes, that’s a fruit by the foot wrapper tied around his head like a ninja…. 🥷.
He’s def my boy. 😆😎☀️🦁

“My father didn’t tell me how to live. He lived and let me watch him do it” - Clarence Kelland

💪🏽 The world is in need of STRONG MASCULINE MEN now more than ever. And I want to shout out all the hard working fathers who love, lead, and protect their family.

Fellas, we may only get one day of recognition a year, but the outcome of our work is showcased in the behavior and value our children bring to world in the future. They are a reflection of our leadership at home.

To all the fathers who are fulfilling their duty, I salute you 🫡. Happy Fathers Day!

I want to wish a big happy 4th birthday to my favorite backseat driver and furry friend. She’s my morning walk partner and the one I can always count on to start barking whenever I’m on the phone…
my beautiful lil bear….we love you.

I want to send a big birthday shoutout to my beautiful best friend and confidant, Chelsea Klender. We love you and we’re excited to see you continue to change the world for the better.

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I want to send a big happy birthday shoutout to my bro, Danny! He’s been an incredible uncle to JonnyLou and a wonderful little brother to Chelsea Klender.
Keep blessing the world with your smile my man.
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….last we talked, he’s training in New Mexico. May God continue to protect and bless him.

Fall Soccer Season 2023.
Eventhough I needed a nap after every game, these boys were a fun group to coach. Lol.
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"A recession is the likely outcome in the months or quarters ahead. However, given the relative financial strength of consumers and businesses, we believe a potential downturn will be shallow, short and uneven. Importantly, as we noted in our latest Asset Allocation Focus, we don’t believe the current financial challenges warrant wholesale portfolio changes. Instead, it is important to remember that over intermediate and longer periods, the impact of a recession on a well-diversified financial plan can fade quickly."

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