Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future
- Wendy Williams
- Sep 2, 2025
- 2 min read
September offers us a season of reflection and renewal. For me, it is also a time to honor my mother, whose life and mission continue to inspire me daily. She carried a deep commitment to helping others, primarily through her support of St. Jude’s. Her belief in giving children hope and healing is a legacy that reminds me—and I hope reminds you—that our lives are measured not only by what we achieve for ourselves, but also by the ways we serve others.
As students and families step into the fall, this lesson carries weight. Honoring the past means recognizing those who came before us, the sacrifices made, and the love poured into our journeys. But shaping the future is where we find our calling. That happens in the choices we make today: meeting application deadlines, setting goals for the year, and striving to become the best versions of ourselves.
Each step forward—whether completing a college essay, preparing for a test, or simply showing up with dedication—is part of building a future that honors the dreams and lessons of those who inspired us. My mother’s story is one of compassion and persistence; I hope that we each find our own story this fall, one filled with courage, purpose, and hope.
Let September be the month we look back with gratitude and forward with determination—honoring the past, while shaping a brighter future.
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