My mom has built an incredible life for herself in her 60s. I still learn valuable life lessons during our weekly visits.

My mom gives great advice and always reminds me to cherish the small moments in life.

Alexa Mellardo

• I have a great relationship with my mom, and her advice has stuck with me throughout my life.
• She taught me long-distance relationships can be sustained with thoughtful texts & impromptu calls.
• Mom often reminds me to cherish each phase of life and not to take things too personally.

My mom has always been my best friend and role model. From bad haircuts to breakups...