or all
of the
bandaged scraped
knees, packed lunches, trips
to soccer practice, kissed
boo-boos and hugs, calendar
juggling, reminders to eat
veggies, early-morning wake
ups, family photos and heart-to-
heart chats, there is no denying
that mothers work hard and
make incredible sacrifices every
day. With strength and a smile,
moms are incredible pillars in
their families, workplaces
and communities.

10 May 2017 washingtonFAMILY.com
There are not enough ways to
truly give them the recognition
they deserve for all of their
dedication. this honor. We had an influx of
Washington FAMILY is
honoring 12 local mothers
with our Second Annual Moms
of the Year issue. We asked
our readers, staff and last
year’s winners to nominate an
influential and important mom
in their lives they felt deserved
persevered, overcome, created
entries, all describing amazing
and talented local mothers.

The 12 selected women have
and inspired. Each of them has
a unique story to tell, and we’re
excited to have the chance to
share them with you.

Without further ado, meet
our Moms of the Year!