As a mother myself it’s here that the tears start to pool in the corners of my eyes. These are the moments that no parent should ever have to suffer, yet this is the reality for so many, including the Sweet family.
It was during these difficult times that Julia and her friend, Margaret Tunny, developed the idea to spread kindness and positivity in Columbus through a Facebook group called Chowdown Columbus.
For the last six years, Whitney and her husband, Ryan, have encouraged and led their four children in giving to a nonprofit of their choice. “Instead of asking for gifts for themselves, they ask for gifts for the nonprofit,” says Whitney.
For 26 years, Polly has been “The Story Lady,” hosting children’s storytime at our local independent bookstore, and becoming a household name for many book-loving families.
