We asked folks we admire to tell us about what they want their legacy to be.  Check out their responses below.

Emily Berning | Co-Founder & President of Let Them Live

I used to be terrified of death and dying. I would wake up in the middle of the night, drenched in sweat and in a panic at the thought of dying. Read more>>

Corri Riebow | Metalsmith and Jewelry Artist

When you are creating tangible pieces of art, it feels like you are bringing to life pieces of your soul. Every piece of jewelry I make started as an idea that became a reality. Read more>>

Catherine Blatnik | Stay-at-home mom and Disability Advocate

Since turning 6o this past July, I have done a lot of self-reflection. I made the decision to be a stay-at-home mom when I was 33 and to put my career on the “back-burner.” I am blessed to have two children and one “bonus” child! I met my stepson when he was just six years old (he will be 40 in January)! My daughter is 27 and my son is 19. My husband and I will be celebrating our 28th wedding anniversary in December. I would like my children and husband to know that I have always tried to live my life with kindness and compassion. My son was diagnosed with Autism at 2 1/2, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and ADHD at 3 and Epilepsy at 10. No one ever plans to be in the disability “world,” but my son has totally changed my life. You can choose to be bitter and say, “why me?” or you can move forward and say, “how can I help my child and others?” All but one opportunity have literally landed in my lap! My husband is very supportive of everything that I do and that is HUGE. Especially, since starting our baking business, “Baked Goods By Dominic.” Since our goal is to have a free-standing bakery and only hire those with disabilities, I would like my legacy to be that I was a good wife and mother and that I helped start a business for those like my son!! Read more>>