Witnessing victories the world might overlook, but that mean everything to us. My son has spent most of his life nonverbal, so every word he speaks and moment of connection through language, feels monumental. The first time he poured his own juice or dressed himself without help brought tears to my eyes, because those moments were hard-earned and full of courage and determination. Watching him achieve everyday life skills isn’t just rewarding, it’s EVERYTHING, and shows just how special he is!

Motherhood broke me open in ways I never expected. It shattered every expectation I once held and rebuilt me from the ground up. As a single mom to my son on the spectrum, I had to let go of the life I imagined and rebuild with strength I didn’t know I had. It’s messy, exhausting, and unpredictable, but it’s also where I discovered the deepest, fiercest love of my life. I found a depth of love, resilience, and purpose that changed me forever.

I would invest in my son’s future, so he always has access to the support, care, and opportunities he deserves to thrive. And I would begin building my dream: a farm rooted in love and inclusion, creating meaningful work for those with special needs, a place where they are not overlooked, but valued, a place where they are seen and celebrated, a place where they are given a true sense of purpose and belonging, and FINALLY given the opportunities they deserve.