“I was diagnosed with autism when I was 6 years old. My dad didn’t really understand what autism was. I asked, ‘Is there something wrong with me?’ My mom said, ‘No. It just means that you’re special. It means that you’re unique, not like everyone … Continue readingSports families boost student with autism
“When I was young, I wanted to be an OBGYN. I wanted to be there when babies were born. There used to be a show on Lifetime called ‘Birth Day.’ I watched it with my mom, on repeat. I learned all the terms they used … Continue readingPostpartum doula is there for new moms
“As a social worker, opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives are limitless. “I got my feet wet in an internship with Your New Beginning. It’s for people with court-ordered counseling for drug offenses or domestic violence offenses. I challenged myself by working with … Continue readingSocial worker is a ‘blank slate’ for clients
“When Jordan was in elementary school, she raised over $1,000 for the American Heart Association. It was through the Jump Rope for Heart activity. She was the top fundraiser in her school. Based on that, and as someone who shows initiative and good character, she … Continue readingTeen focuses on fundraising for heart health
“After the divorce, I decided that our house was going to be way too big for my family in a couple years. My kids were going to be out, and it would be this five-bedroom home with just me. We talked about selling it right … Continue readingThey’re in love with RV lifestyle
“I think people sometimes imagine what it would be like to get a cancer diagnosis. I always imagined I would be really upset, and break down and cry. The most upsetting part was talking to my children. But with the actual diagnosis and the prospect … Continue readingCancer experience draws family closer
“The focus of Women’s Storybook Project of Texas is to maintain the relationship between incarcerated mothers and their children, and to develop a love of reading in those kids. “The project is in 10 women’s prisons throughout the state. I’m part of a group of … Continue readingReading connects incarcerated moms with kids
“I’ll admit it. Growing up, I was a bully. Looking back on my elementary and middle school years, that’s disgusting. You can’t be proud of something like that. “It probably had to do with my situation. There was only my mom to rely on for … Continue readingFormer bully changes outlook on life
“I’m all about justice. If I see something that’s unfair, I feel like I need to make it right. “In high school, there was this girl who was autistic. Not a lot of people knew it. They just thought she was some weirdo. I was … Continue readingShe steps in when someone’s treated unfairly
“I was born in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. At school, I was in the same class with this girl in first grade, third grade and fifth grade. You could say she was my little girlfriend. I would see her in church and think, some … Continue readingFinding his wife ‘was a dream come true’