I am extremely passionate about giving back to the community and my opportunity to be Virginia’s next Lt. Governor. Of course the long hours and nights on the road take me away from my family. That is why this Sunday was so special, as I got to spend Mother’s Day with my mom, who came over to visit with Deneen, the kids, and me. It’s always nice to have 3 generations of Bowerbanks in the same room.

My mother has always been a source of inspiration for me. When I was 11 years old, my parents decided to move the family to America so that we could have a better life. While it wasn’t always easy, my mother worked hard to make sure that my siblings and I had the opportunity to succeed in life. Whether it was putting in long hours to make sure the bills were paid, helping me with my studies, or providing me with encouragement, my mother always put her children first. That is why it meant so much to me this Mother’s Day to have an opportunity to thank her for everything she’s done.