When I was younger, I was the go getter. I was the one who had to stay strong because my older sister went through so much. As she went through terrible things, I watched and learned. Even...
Family
Why I live
I became a complete quadriplegic 15 years ago in a car crash that shattered all my dreams. I lost my only sister in that accident. Just 3 years after my family immigrated to this country...
Girls on the Run has changed my life!
I started as an intern for Girls on the Run Sierra’s in 2017, and have loved every minute of it for many reasons. My passion for this program as spread like wildfire- first with my...
Gourdy Run
Love the Gourdy run, so much fun. Got outside walking with son & daughter & the dog! Great cause health is so important. Thanks for the inspiration. ~ Photo credit: Image courtesy...
Confidence
Girls On The Run gave my girls the confidence to work towards a goal that they never thought that they would be able to do and gave the family something fun to do together! ~ Photo credit:...
Limitless Potential
When I became an aunt to my incredible and outgoing niece, I knew I wanted to make a difference in her life. Weather it be through running, or being a role model, I knew I wanted to give...
Sunlight for a Rainbow
Hi Angels, I am a mother of 3 just wanting to share my hope that you can truly believe you CAN DO ANYTHING! I grew up so incredibly sickly and was told by my family over and over again how...
I love the city
I was five years old when I first realized I was gay. Being the eldest daughter of immigrant parents, there were many things I wasn’t allowed to do and experience. I wasn’t able...
Strong women in my family
Three strong women in my family from whom I learned enduring life lessons: Mother – Born in 1914, died 2009. Loving, generous, capable, and competent; valued helping others...
A Son Of Shepard to A Banker!
My Story from A Son of Shepard to Banker!! Life is unpredictable ,It does not remain the same, with the passage of time everything changes. As I opened my eyes in a Wakhi Shepard family...