Sheryl Morley
Mom to Justice & Angelica, age 9
Clifton, VA
Sheryl is a crusader for the health
and well being of local families.

She recently visited an orphanage
in Punta Cana to spread love and
assistance, and along with her
team, assembled over 1,000 care
packages. Occupation:
Professional Network Marketer
What’s the best parenting
advice you’ve ever
received? Understand and accept
your children for who they
are. Understand
and accept
your children for
who they are.

What advice would you
give to new or expectant
moms? Trust your instincts.

How has motherhood
changed your outlook on
life? I’m happier and more
exhausted than ever before.

Describe a favorite mom “moment(s).”
My daughter Angelica has the most
beautiful voice. When she sings,
my heart melts. My son Justice is a
graceful and talented athlete. When he
defends well or scores in soccer, I am
so proud of him.

What goals do you have for yourself?
I want to continue to strive to
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maintain a healthy life balance for
the benefit of my family and the
people I love.

What goals do you have for your
children? I want my children to live
wholesome and honorable lives and
achieve their dreams.




Karen Parker
Mom to David, age 23
and Angela, age 18
Bowie, MD
Karen is a pillar in the Bowie
community. In addition to raising
two children, Karen is dedicated
to helping the city’s young people.

She volunteers with multiple
organizations, and conducts
workshops to help local high
school students with internships,
resume writing, college essays and
employment opportunities.

Occupation: Corporate Recruiter and HR
Generalist What advice would you give to new or
expectant moms?
Find a mom
who has a child two
years older than
your child and seek
their advice.

Take one day at a time and
remember to ask for help.

How has motherhood changed your
outlook on life?
Being a mother gives me a different
perspective on how I make decisions.

What would you say your secret
is to balancing life/family/work/
motherhood? How do you think your child(ren)
would describe you?
Create a support group of family and
friends that can help along life’s way. It
takes a village to raise a child.

Always helping others.

What goals do you have for yourself?
I would like to start a career and a
college non-profit to help middle and
high school students focus on their
career goals and show them what they
need to do to achieve their goals.

What’s the best parenting advice
you’ve ever received?
Find a mom who has a child two
years older than your child and seek
their advice.

Describe a favorite mom
“moment(s).” When my daughter witnessed my
advice that everything takes time and
things will always work out. We were on
a tight budget and my daughter wanted
to decorate her room. We ended up
finding many of the items at very good
prices or they were donated. The final
result was a beautiful room. She learned
that no matter the circumstances, if you
take your time, things will work out.

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