What is the most rewarding part of being a mom?

The most rewarding part of being a mom and a special needs mom is loving my child through every season, celebrating every small victory, and watching them grow in their own beautiful way. It’s not always easy, but the joy of seeing progress, strength, and connection makes it all worth it.

What is the biggest lesson motherhood has taught you?

It has taught me to be more present, flexible, and compassionate with myself. It reveals how deeply you can love—especially when caring for someone who needs you in unexpected ways. Yet, it also shows the unimaginable devastation of losing a child, a grief that shatters the heart into pieces no one can fully mend. It’s a raw, endless ache that teaches you to hold every moment tighter, cherish the time you have, and find strength in memories while the world moves on. Through this loss, motherhood

What would you do with $20,000?

As a mom who’s poured her heart into raising kids through every milestone and heartbreak, I’d wrap that $20,000 around my family like a warm embrace. First, I’d tuck away a good chunk. As a safety net for surprise doctor visits, school dreams, or rainy days, giving us peace to breathe easy and dream big for their futures. I’d save a little for a quiet mom day to recharge my soul amid the lessons of patience, loss, and unbreakable love. I would also donate to my son’s foundation.