What is the most rewarding part of being a mom?

The most rewarding part of being a mom to my kiddos has been watching them grow and become their own special selves. I've always enjoyed watching them at all stages experience their joys and passions as they've grown while discovering who they are and who they are going to grow to be.

What is one memory of your kids that you will never forget?

I will always admire reflecting on their closeness that they've shared as siblings so close in age. They've always had each other's backs. Even though they wouldn't always see eye to eye, they've always had a special bond. Big sis would boss little brother around but you better know she can & no one else can. Those are the memories I cherish the most, especially now that they're teenagers and it's a bit different now.

What would you do with $20,000?

I would pay down high interest debt (due to losing our home from the 2019 flood & have not recovered from yet). Then I would be able to pay for the opportunities that my daughter has earned academically that would set her up for college. For my son, I could pay to get him on a baseball team by which he hopes to earn a scholarship for his college by baseball. They are both at the driving age and would love to get them both reliable transportation so they can safely drive to school.