Our lives and names keep evolving

Our lives and names keep evolving

“The name Aero started as my gamer tag. The leader in our online game said I typed as fast as the wind. Somehow, that led to airplane and Aero. The name took on more meaning when I dropped out of high school and left home early–following the wind and living like a...
I help young parents who struggle like I did

I help young parents who struggle like I did

“I was a young temp working as an executive administrative assistant. One day, my boss had me sit in as his proxy at a board meeting–I didn’t understand what that meant. He said, ‘Just go. You’ll figure it out.’ The presentation was about the school-to-prison...
At my worst, God loved me anyway.

At my worst, God loved me anyway.

“Ivy is my service dog, trained to help me with my PTSD. I also share her with others who are suffering. If a vehicle backfires down the street and triggers me, Ivy nudges my hand or gently grabs my wrist with her mouth, redirecting my thoughts and keeping me calm. I...
Everyone needs a little attention

Everyone needs a little attention

“I found my niche early in life. Got my first doorman job in the summer of ‘83 and stayed with it. I’m two years from retirement, but still don’t know what I’ll do when I grow up. Treating guests like they’re in my own house gives me the energy to work. My...