I want to be a part of this incredible opportunity because I want to give back. I have a special needs son who has changed my life in such unimaginable ways. There have been people in our lives who have been there for him and for us in a time of need or when we really didn’t even know we needed the help, but truly did. I feel as though I should give back for all the times people have helped us in our hardships. My son, Leo has made us all better humans. He does not have a life-threatening illness, but he has been through things most of us never will have to face- every day is a daily struggle for him. He is the bravest boy I know. I see life through his eyes- love wholeheartedly, show empathy and compassion, live simple, and never take one second for granted. I see God through his eyes, and God calls us to be selfless and to love unconditionally. I don’t have a lot of opportunities to give back because I have my hands full. I am a mom of eight. I want to set an example to them that giving to others is so important. I want them to witness all the blessings others are able to experience if we take the time to give back and love others as God has called us to. I have a calling to do this- to make a difference, be an example, and it may even break me and draw me closer to God. The immense blessings that come from this opportunity in seeing a wish kid and their family be given a dream come true is truly life changing, and I am so ready to be a part of that!!