05/05/2026
❤️ a little pick me up read for all those mothers who struggle to feel a balance.
Mothers of Main Street
Lauren DePerro | Calhoun Coffee
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“Being a mother and a business owner means showing up before the sun rises and long after the house is quiet, answering work calls while your mind is still on your children, carrying guilt, determination, love, and exhaustion all at once.
There are days you feel like you are giving too much to your business and not enough to your family. There are moments you miss you can’t get back, ordinary memories that become extraordinary once they’re gone.
But what the world often doesn’t see is the WHY behind it all. You work because you love your children. You sacrifice because you want to build something meaningful. You push through the hard days because you are creating a life rooted in strength, perseverance, and purpose. You are not just building a business. You are building a legacy. You are teaching your children what resilience looks like. You are showing them that hard work, dedication, and love can coexist.
Motherhood and entrepreneurship are both full-time hearts. Some days you will feel like you are failing at both. But the truth is, you are doing something incredibly powerful: you are carrying more than most people can see and still choosing to keep going.”
📸: Andy Baxter
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This campaign represents a vibrant group of women and mothers who are part of downtown but does not represent every single business owner. We also understand that the influence of "mom" shows up in many ways-including mentors, role models, extended family and the women who support and inspire these journeys behind the scenes. The stories you'll see over the coming days are from those who were able to participate within our timeframe, and we're so grateful for their willingness to share. We look forward to continuing to highlight more of the incredible women of Main Street in the future!
