Decades passed. And Nic grew — not just physically, but in confidence, character, and strength. Patti and Lisa built a home full of compassion, consistency, and encouragement.
• A dedicated student
• A college graduate
• A kindhearted young man
• A person full of ambition and empathy
Today, at 24 years old, Nic looks back on his life with gratitude. He speaks openly about how his mother and grandmother shaped him.
He says their support made him believe he could succeed — in school, in friendships, and in life.
Their love, he often says, is the reason he became the person he is.
A Story That Redefines What Family Means
Lisa’s journey breaks down misconceptions about people with Down syndrome. Her life is proof that:
✔ They can hold jobs
✔ They can live independently
✔ They can build healthy relationships
✔ They can fall in love
✔ They can make thoughtful decisions
✔ They can raise children with support — just like any parent
Parenthood is not defined by genetics, ability level, or society’s rigid expectations.
Love.
Dedication.
Responsibility.
Sacrifice.
Steadfast commitment.
Qualities that Lisa has always had.
Breaking Barriers — Inspiring a New Generation
She is proud of Nic — for growing into a remarkable young man.
And she is proud of the family they built — one that is united not by perfection, but by love.
Their story is a message to the world:
A family is not defined by how it looks.
A family is defined by how it loves.
And Lisa, Patti, and Nic have always been — and always will be — a powerful example of what love can build.
