Motherhood to Movement
Today, my firstborn celebrates another year on this earth. I’m so proud of the woman she’s become. She’s fierce, thoughtful, accomplished, and so full of life. But what really has me reflecting today is how motherhood has transformed me. How it stretched me in ways I didn’t know needed stretching. How it softened edges I wasn’t aware I had. How it pushed me to hold space not only for her growth but for my own. Parenting has been wonderful. It’s forced me to listen more than I speak. To lead with empathy rather than authority. To love through uncertainty — even when the path was fogged over and the GPS broken. These lessons aren’t just for motherhood. They are the heartbeat of BOOMER-ALLY™, a movement built on generational support, connection, and unconditional allyship.
Body=Vessel | Soul=Truth
If we understand that our bodies are vessels — temporary homes that carry us through this life — then our souls are what make each of us unique and irreplaceable. Our bodies may change, age, or face hardship, but it’s the soul that carries the essence of who we are: our memories, our courage, our capacity for love and resilience.
For many, that soul’s expression can look different from traditional expectations. It’s a reminder that honoring each person’s unique soul means honoring their right to exist authentically. It’s not enough to see the surface — the body, the gender, the label — we have to see the soul beneath it all. That’s the core of allyship. Seeing people fully, without judgment. Holding space for their unique truths. Offering support not as charity, but as mutual humanity.
Allyship is . . .a Way of Being
Let’s get real. Being an ally isn’t a badge you earn once or a box you check for Pride Month. Especially as boomers, who have been through decades of social upheaval and change, allyship is a daily practice. It’s messy, imperfect, and sometimes exhausting — but it’s essential.
For me, allyship means participation. It means leaning into discomfort rather than recoiling from it. It means showing up with curiosity when you want to retreat. It means choosing love over judgment and connection over comfort. I think back to conversations with friends and family — times when I’ve stood up against ignorance or gently corrected an inappropriate comment. Those small moments add up. And as boomers, we hold a unique power: our stories, our experiences, our voices carry weight across generations. In today’s polarized world, where hate crimes have risen and political battles rage over basic rights, boomers have a critical role. Our active support can change lives.
Get Involved
Whether you’re ready to jump into the Chicago BOOMER-ALLY™ community or start your own local group, your voice, your company, and your dedication matter. You don’t have to be an expert or have all the answers. You just need to care — deeply and actively. If you’re ready to move beyond performative allyship and become a part of something real, drop me an email and we’ll talk about where your passion and wisdom fit into this movement.
