Our friendship is defined by sharing together every moment in a special way. Every small detail counts and we can rely on each other for the good and the bad moments. Fortuned to have Family Perez as my “Compadres”.

Billie Jo is a DSP who works in an Adult Family Home with it’s residents, who she refers to as VIP’s. Billie Jo has had many 7 of hearts moments with the clients, sharing in laughter, cheer, and sometimes tears. She has helped people to find their potential and make lasting memories. Most recently a moment that I think captures Billie Jo’s grace in a different light is when a co-worker no call, no showed for their shift, leaving Billie Jo to change her plans and work a double. It would have been understandable for Billie Jo to be upset and have a poor night, but Billie Jo made the most of her situation and didn’t let her VIP’s know the difference. Billie Jo showed humor and grace while sharing this story via social media, and through it all kept the situation in perspective. For this and many more reasons I would like to give this 7 of hearts to Billie Jo West! Thank you for all you do day in and day out in a job that can at times feel thankless. Thank you for not only calling the clients you work with VIP’s, but truly making them feel like Very Important People!

Deb has an enduring work ethic. When others begin to feel defeated, Deb always shows determination with a positive attitude that the tide is going to turn for the better. Her dedication to the client’s she serves is admirable.

Jared is a very caring person who puts alot of heart into supporting his clients. Because of his actions during a stressful situation, he was able to preserve a client’s dignity. Thank you Jared for your quick thinking, your empathy to the situation and the investment of time you put into the relationship throughout which enabled you to make a huge difference during this time of transition.

I wanted to share this with Mike as he has fought adversity and won many times over. He continues to inspire me because of his outlook on life, his care for other people and his lifelong pursuit to share his best with others to make a ongoing difference in the lives of many.
Thank you Mike, for who you are and how you make an amazing impact in my life.

As a CEO of a company, I have come to realize that at the end of my career I will be measured by the number of people I have impacted in a positive way. Life is defined in the simplest of moments, for this is where we spend most of our life. My goal is to not miss out on life of the simple moments.