Parenting is an incredibly important responsibility and so we wanted to get a conversation going with input from parents in the community. We asked them: what is the most important thing you’ve done as a parent? We’ve highlighted some of the responses below. 

Darin Rogers

I think the most important thing is to allow free thinking. My son was not compelled to follow any religion or particular worldview, and as a result his mind as travelled far and wide, inside out and upside down, exploring ancient history, eastern religions, Machiavelli, Genghis Khan Read More>>

Jason Higgins

As a parent, one of the most important things I have done is show my children what hard work, resilience, and determination look like in real life. I created my own brand, started a Buffalo sauce company, and eventually became a restaurant owner. Building these businesses was not easy. I faced many setbacks and unexpected curveballs along the way, but I refused to give up. Read More>>

Cheree Beck

I have always tried to teach my children to be independent and be the unique and wonderful people they are. Anyone who has met me knows that i am not a conventional parent- i am the Mom who has a lot of tattoos and bold colored hair who cheers them on louder than other parents dare to. Read More>>

Jennifer Yancey

One of the most important things I have done as a parent is intentionally build resilience in my children. Both of my children were born with tethered oral tissues, which contributed to oral motor dysfunction and affected foundational skills related to breathing, eating, sleeping, and communication. Read More>>

Kristy Austin

The most important thing I’ve done as a parent is show my children that challenges don’t have to define us. I haven’t always had the easiest path. As a single mother raising four children, there were many moments when I didn’t know exactly how everything would work out, but I kept showing up. Read More>>