hen you
think of
a mother
what comes to mind? The
person you call when you
have good news? The
person who holds you while
you cry? The person who
worked hard and handled the
housework and the bills while
somehow simultaneously
keeping up with everyone’s
schedules? No matter what your
memory conjures when you
think of the word “mom,”
there’s no denying they work
hard and make incredible
sacrifices every day. They
care for us when we’re sick,
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pack hundreds of school
lunches, help us with our
homework and make sure we
have everything we need. As
we grow up, they’re only a
phone call away for advice and
motherly wisdom.

Washington FAMILY
Magazine thinks moms are not
celebrated nearly enough for
all they do for their workplaces,
families and communities.

They’ve given so much, and
we think it’s time we showed
them some well-deserved
recognition! We asked our readers to
nominate a mom in their lives
they felt deserved this honor.

We had an influx of entries,
all describing amazing and
talented local mothers.

These 12 women have
persevered, overcome, created
and inspired. Each of them has
a unique story to tell, and we’re
excited to have the chance to
share them with you. Meet our
Moms of the Year!