What's the one piece of advice you WISH you had gotten before becoming a mom?
"I wish someone had told me to travel and explore the world before having children. It’s much harder to do after you’ve had them, especially now, with Olivia in school."

If you could gift yourself a Mother's Day present, what would it be?
"A beautiful locket with a photo of Olivia. I’d love either her initials or birthday inscribed as well. I’d never take it off! Hint, hint."

What are your favorite things to do with your daughter?
"We both enjoy doing arts and crafts together. Olivia is super creative. We also play Wii Sports and Wii Dance – she gets her competitive streak from me so we never take a game lightly. Olivia’s also has been taking tennis lessons for the past 2 years. Tennis is my favorite sport by far - I’m so proud of her when I see her playing. We play together on the West Side Highway. For now, we just rally a lot, but I’m sure the official games will commence soon! Also, just cuddling in her bed and reading together. Right now, we’re into the Harry Potter series! There’s nothing better than just lying with her, completely relaxed and present."

Photographed by Amelia Alpaugh