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

The most rewarding part of being a mother is watching each of my children grow, thrive, and find joy in their own unique way. Celebrating every milestone, big and small, seeing them love one another unconditionally, and cherishing every healthy day together. Being a Mom is a lifelong promise. There is no greater reward than being chosen to love and to be loved by your kids.

What is the biggest lesson motherhood has taught you?

Motherhood humbles me daily. It has taught me I cannot control everything, but I can grow through everything and that’s what’s I do. I learn something new everyday from all four of my kiddos. Raising two sets of twins and caring for two medically complex children has shown me a strength in myself I didn’t know I had. I’ve learned to celebrate the small victories, to keep moving forward through uncertainty, and to lean on my husband, my teammate, so we can be a steady and safe place for our kids.

What would you do with $20,000?

This generous gift would be life-changing for our family. It would allow us to make our home safer and more accessible for our children, giving them the support and equipment they need to move freely, safely, & to truly feel at home in a space designed for them. It would lift the constant weight of the worry we carry each day and replace it with a little more peace, a little more ease, and so much more time to simply be together. More love, more laughter, and more of the moments that matter.