05/10/2026
My mom was only 18 years old in this photo, already a widow and raising two small children on her own.
Looking back now, I realize how much strength, courage, and resilience she carried at such a young age. No matter what life placed in front of her, she faced it head on with grace, determination, and an unwavering love for her children.
Throughout my life, especially during moments of transition, uncertainty, and challenge, she has always been my greatest example of perseverance and faith. So much of the happiness, peace, and joy I experience today is rooted in the lessons she taught me simply by the way she lived her life.
And over the years, I’ve also had the privilege of meeting so many incredible women whose stories carry that same quiet strength, women who have endured loss, sacrifice, hardship, and life’s unexpected turns, yet continue to move forward with love, resilience, and grace. Your strength inspires more people than you know.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the women who continue to show us what true strength looks like. ❤️
