For Mother's Day this year, we reached out to our mom friends and colleagues and asked them to share what they've been up to during these unusual times.

This rare moment has caused us to shift our priorities and has given us new perspectives on all aspects of life - work, socializing, motherhood, self care, self expression, etc. We thought it would be nice to share some of these new perspectives through those in our community.

Meet Nancy, artist, baker, and Mom to Dylan.

How are you working?

Well, it’s been a challenge! I’m sure all parents would agree! 8 years ago, I became a widow while I was expecting my daughter Dylan, which made me self-sufficient and more adaptable to unexpected situations. Even with this, home schooling a first grader on my own while working has been tough. Like all other working moms, I am just doing the best I can! I eventually found ways to include Dylan in my work to make things easier. When I need to paint, she paints a similar project alongside me. 

What are you learning?

What are you teaching?

We have the upright piano that my sister and I grew up playing on, and I always thought it would be special for Dylan to enjoy it too one day. She helped label the piano notes and letters with painters tape and probably loved having permission to deface some furniture. “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” was the first song I taught her, and she’s been playing it on repeat for weeks now. It’s probably time to change our tune!