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

The most rewarding thing about being a mom, stepmom, and kinship foster mom is knowing that the kids have someone who truly loves them, supports them, and shows up for them no matter what always, being able to create a safe, stable, and loving home for all of them means everything to me. Even on the hardest days, seeing them grow, heal, laugh, feel comfortable, and know they are cared for makes it all worth it. There’s nothing better than watching my children learn and become their own people

What is the biggest lesson motherhood has taught you?

That love is shown most through patience, sacrifice, and consistency. Being a mom, stepmom, and kinship foster mom has shown me that im capable of handling far more than I ever imagined, even during exhausting, emotional, and stressful moments. Motherhood teaches me that not every day will be perfect, and I cannot control everything, but simply being present, supportive, and loving makes a bigger impact than having all the answers. Also how important stability and routine is

What would you do with $20,000?

I would help pay school debts, medical debts, get the kids rooms set up with decor and organizers and take the kids on a vacation we have yet be able to go since we got the bonus kids 4 years ago. Want to spoil the kids and I for everything we have done. Have a good birthday and Christmas with it for them.I'm going to school to be a youth probation officer to help save and change children's lives and show them they are loved and supported. I would use it to take the trip to walk with my diploma