The most rewarding part of being a mom is knowing that I am capable of working miracles. Seeing the gift God gave me grow everyday is the ultimate reward. Especially since her dad passed away when she was just 8 months old. I am grateful that I get to still witness her growth and development firsthand.

My fondest memory of my Angel is her daycare teacher happily expressing to me that she has grown and shows a major improvement from when she primarily entered daycare. Her teacher was glowing telling me how my daughter sings and interacts with everyone around her now. She raved about her speaking and saying her words clearly and even uses sentences to express herself. Although I see her growth daily it was looking down at my daughter's face lighting up and smiling listening to her teacher speak

If awarded $20,000 I would finish my pending degree in social work to further advocate for and listen to the small children whom faces the hardships of growing up without a parent. Although it has become a norm in our society, it still creates difficulties in the development of our little ones. And they deserve to express themselves as well as be heard without violence and being dismissed. In addition I would also save a few of those dollars for a home in which my daughter can grow and call hers