What is the most rewarding part of being a mom?

Seeing your kids grow up. Smiling, laughing, crying, and sharing stories of what make me so special to them. How I help them overcome something traumatic, the loss of their brother and still put a smile on my face and gone on and fight everyday. Always tell them the little things in life are the biggest things in life the best memories they will cherish. Don't be afraid to use your voice, and stay true to yourself. Love each day and be proud of who you are, and no not perfect, just you.

What is the biggest lesson motherhood has taught you?

The biggest lesson it taught me is to never give up, keep fighting. Fight for what is right. When I made mistakes in my life it is ok, I learned from them. grew from them, but to give myself grace! That was a big one, especially after the death of my son and divorce. Grace. Always have your children’s backs no matter what, love is unconditional, life is a gift and family comes first. Motherhood taught me, to be who I am today, the good the bad and the ugly and I wouldn’t change it for the world

What would you do with $20,000?

Loaded question. I would love to take my kids on a vacation we never had together. A dream one. Or I would pay off my debt, my daughter needs a new car, down payment for her. Maybe college fund for my 2 grandchildren. Help w my son wanting to start on a home for him. Maybe just invest it for the future, so maybe one day I can retire and take a big family trip. Help out someone else in need, I have a big heart. Just do something good, meaningful, something that will help me or my kids out.