Mary says Education matters: "knowledge is power" and "the more you educate yourself...the further you get in life."

Mary says Hiking matters: "it's important for everyone to have time and experience in nature and get the exercise that we need."

Mary says Coffee matters: "I need that every day in the mornings. I love my coffee and I like it a certain way."

Mary says Self-confidence is "the strength behind everything that keeps us going towards our dreams in the life that we desire."

Mary is not a Pizza fan, simply stating "that doesn't matter."

Mary loves Pickleball, calling it "one of my favorite things to do right now" and "a great way to exercise and have fun."

Mary says Motherhood "is the most important thing" as "we are raising the next generation."

I lost myself completely when I became a mom, and I already didn't feel worthy before that.

Not taking care of yourself first means you show up for your kids resentful and running on empty.

Kids are watching everything, so how I treat myself teaches them how to treat themselves.

Being a mom is a gift, but it doesn't mean I stop being a person too.

Honestly, I grew up thinking I was ugly and not good enough — those were just stories I kept telling myself.

Everything I've gone through matters if I choose to see it that way.

Self-confidence is what keeps me moving toward the life I actually want.

Pickleball hits different — exercise, fun, and being outside all at once.