I am putting this on because I wanted Zayden to grow up understanding what it means to give back, to work hard for something meaningful, and to have compassion for people who are going through life-changing battles. Setting up a lemonade stand may seem simple, but for us it represents something much bigger—learning how small actions can create a real impact in the world.

Becoming a mother changed the way I see everything. It opened my eyes even more to the importance of helping others, especially families affected by cancer. It made me want to raise my son to not only think about himself, but to understand what it means to stand for something bigger than us.

Through supporting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, he’s learning about courage, kindness, and what it means to come together for a cause that truly matters—helping fund research to find cures and supporting families who need it most.

This is more than a fundraiser for us. It’s a life lesson. And I’m grateful he gets to be part of something that teaches him empathy, responsibility, and love for others.