Connect What is the most rewarding part of being a mom?

The most rewarding part of being a mom is how much I learn from my kids every day. I wasn’t raised with a silver spoon, and I didn’t finish college, but they’ve pushed me to work harder, dream bigger, and never let my past define me. They teach me to love in ways I never knew existed, and every question they ask challenges me to see the world differently. Watching them grow into their own people, while knowing I helped lay the foundation, is both beautiful and heart-wrenching

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

I’ll never forget the day each of my kids was born. With every one, there was a mix of excitement and fear, and a shift in our family that brought growth beyond anything I could have imagined. The love you feel when you hold your baby for the first time is indescribable—it's a rush that fills every part of you. It’s a love so deep, so powerful, it changes you forever. Those moments will stay with me always, reminding me of just how much they’ve transformed my life.

What would you do with $20,000?

If I had $20,000, it would be life-changing. Over time, we've accumulated debt, and while we've worked hard to pay it off, the weight of it is always there. Paying it off would free us in ways we can’t imagine. It would relieve the constant stress and give us the chance to breathe easier, invest in our future, and focus on our family without that burden. More than money, it would restore peace of mind, helping us live with less worry and more freedom to chase our dreams and build lasting memorie