I don't care what caused my son's autism. I care about getting him the resources he needs to thrive.

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High angle view of human hands sorting and recognizing plastic items becomes a meaningful therapeutic exercise

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My daughters inspired me to launch my company. It was acquired for more than $205 million.

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My family has traveled all over the world. My kids' top 4 trips surprised me.

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The author with two of her children on a trip to Jordan.
My kids have traveled all over the world with me. I was surprised to hear that our recent trip to Jordan was one of their favorites.

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My daughter is studying abroad in Italy this semester. I didn't expect to be this panicked about the distance.

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Cheryl Maguire's daughter at the airport heading to Rome
The author's daughter is studying abroad in Rome.

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I called my sister and her friend answered as a joke. We talked for 20 minutes, and now we're married.

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The author and her husband pose on the beach.
The author said a girls' trip to Seattle changed her whole life.

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My husband and I chose to live in Washington, DC, based on job opportunities. I wish we'd chosen to live closer to family.

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The author with her family in Washington, DC.
The author and her husband decided to stay in Washington, DC, after college.

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I moved to Colombia and had my 3 kids there. The births were so cheap that I still can't believe the total cost.

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Carey Bentley and her family in colombia
The author (right) gave birth to her kids in Colombia.

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I moved from the US to Wales 14 years ago. Raising kids away from my family is harder than I thought.

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The author has lived in Wales for the last 14 years.

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I became a single father of twins at 49. It was the best decision of my life.

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A dad with his baby twin daughters

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As a firstborn, I know what it's like to be the oldest sibling. I empathize with how my daughter feels about the responsibility.

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The author poses with her daughter in a park.
As a firstborn child, the author knows firsthand the pressure that her oldest daughter is experiencing.

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