“Raising teenage sons and daughters is a long and tiresome journey. With God's help the final outcome will be worthwhile.”

“My daughter and two sons are the flowers in my heart and garden.”

“If I had to do it all again, I would still want my same daughter and two sons; through laughter, tears, prayers, and blessings.”

“The most important thing in my life is to be the best mother that I can be to my daughter and two sons; full of blessings and love. I can guide them, pray for their goals to be achieved, and follow a good path; but ultimately it will be up to them to live their own lives and make their own choices knowing there are rewards and consequences.”

“A journey indeed, in an emotional roller-coaster.”

“I raised my three teens with love, perseverance, tenacity, sweat, tears, prayers, lighting candles, and the list could go on.”

“At times anger will trigger harsh words. After a cooling period wisdom sets in; finally, the ability to speak from the heart with love and compassion.”