SOMA Living October 2024

MEET THE RAMSBURG FAMILY The Ramsburg family’s story is a tapestry of creativity, community, and shared passions, all beginning with the love story of John and Jamie. They met at the University of Richmond, where their shared interests in the arts sparked a deep connection. After college, they moved to New York City, where Jamie attended the Actors Studio Drama School and John worked in IT while acting and playing bass on the side. Their life was filled with the vibrancy of city life, attending shows and immersing themselves in the arts.

Photography by Jamie Meier

After New York, the couple had a stint in London, adding an international flair to their life experiences. They traveled whenever they could and embraced the rich cultural offerings of the city. Jamie shares, “I was able to direct some off-West End shows and actor showcases.” Eventually, they chose Maplewood, and later South Orange, to raise their two children, Cooper and Charlotte, because it was a place where creativity could thrive alongside a strong sense of community. Now, after 24 years of marriage, their home is a supportive environment where interests flourish. John is an IT executive and continues to express his creativity through music. He plays bass and sings in a band named “Thrill Ride”. “Music has helped scratch that creative itch,” John shares. He also enjoys playing Dungeons & Dragons with a group of local dads, fostering friendships and creativity. “It’s a great way to unwind,” he notes, while Jamie playfully teases him about it. Jamie’s involvement in the community is also significant. After volunteering with the school show and substitute teaching at

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