During the graduation ceremony, my son arrived wearing a puffy red gown. The room…

His words were more than gratitude—they were a testament to the partnership we had built over years of shared understanding and unwavering support.

They reminded me that parenting is not simply about guidance but about walking beside your child, offering them a foundation of safety from which they can leap into the unknown.

The Courage It Takes to Be Seen
Liam’s decision to wear the dress and speak openly about his identity was not simply a fashion statement or a moment of rebellion—it was an act of profound bravery.

The act of being seen, truly seen, in a world that often judges quickly and harshly, is a courageous endeavor. For many young people navigating identity, the fear of judgment is suffocating, and yet Liam chose to step into that fear, embodying vulnerability and resilience in equal measure.