What is the most rewarding part of being a mom?

I think the most rewarding part of being a mom is watching my daughter grow into the beautiful young woman she is becoming. Being able to watch her chase her dreams and find herself has been the biggest accomplishment I've ever achieved. Becoming a mom at 18, many people had their doubts. I fight every single day for this little girl to have the best life she can possibly have, even on the hard days. I can't wait to see what her future holds!

What is the biggest lesson motherhood has taught you?

If I had to sum it up into one word it would be, patience. From a very young age my daughter would wake up in the middle of the night throwing up and every time I took her to the doctors they would just tell me it's a stomach bug. Finally after 7 years of fighting for answers she was diagnosed with almost 50 different food allergies. Motherhood is one of the most challenging but most rewarding things I have ever faced and I wouldn't trade it for the world.

What would you do with $20,000?

If I were to win the $20,000 I would put most of it away into a college fund to help kickstart my daughter's future. I would also completely stock up on groceries and get her some well needed new clothes and shoes. Life has been tough raising a kid on such a restricted diet and the cost of everything constantly going up in price. I'm beyond grateful for this opportunity and wish the best of luck to all the moms out there!