In every interview, we ask, “Who is an influential woman in your life?” Perhaps predictably, many choose their mothers. In fact, a common addition to that answer is, “I know everyone says their mother,” or, “It’s an obvious answer…” And while “my mom” is an often-heard response, it is one that is still wholly unique to each person. Every story of mothers, grandmothers, sisters, aunts, friends, mentors, caretakers is unique – just as every person has their own shape in our lives.
Read MoreOne of my favorite things that we do here at Women of Cincy is ask all of our interviewees the same question: Can you tell us about an influential woman in your life? I love seeing the threads and stories of women impacting other women – and men, too. And of course, so many respond with odes and adages to their moms, and I love getting the chance to compile those answers every year. Motherhood – like womanhood, like life – is the best combination of messy and beautiful; let’s celebrate it.
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