This May, intraMuse’s creative assistant, who just happens to be my wonderful daughter, Liv, and I will be traveling to Nicaragua with Frontier Horizon.
We’ll be there for the opening of the El Cristal Feeding Center and Community Garden—something that has been in motion for quite some time—and we’ll also spend time visiting the orphanages and communities that Frontier Horizon supports.
On the surface, it’s a trip.
But underneath it, it’s something much deeper.
It’s about perspective.
It’s about connection.
And, in many ways, it’s about motherhood.
The Shared Thread Between Women
March is Women’s History Month—a time to recognize the strength, resilience, and contributions of women across the world.
And while our lives can look very different on the surface, there are certain experiences that connect us in ways that don’t need translation.
One of those is motherhood.
No matter where we live, what resources we have, or what our daily lives look like, there is something universal about wanting our children to be safe… fed… supported… and given the opportunity to grow into who they’re meant to be.
But the reality is, not all mothers are navigating the same circumstances.
A Different Reality
As I prepare for this trip, I’ve been thinking a lot about a woman named Yelba.
Yelba is a mother in Nicaragua who is doing everything she can to care for her family in the face of incredibly limited resources.
Her story isn’t unique—but that’s exactly what makes it important.
There are so many women around the world carrying responsibilities that would feel overwhelming to most of us… and yet they continue to show up for their children every single day.
Not because it’s easy.
But because it’s necessary.
The Perspective I Hope to Share
As a single mom, I understand the weight that can come with wanting to provide, protect, and create opportunities for your child.
That responsibility shapes your decisions.
It influences how you show up.
It becomes part of how you move through the world.
But I also recognize that the challenges I navigate are very different from the ones mothers like Yelba face.
This trip is an opportunity—not just for me, but for Liv—to step outside of our own day-to-day experience and witness a broader perspective.
To understand that while our lives may look different, the love behind them is the same.
Where Impact Becomes Personal
One of the things I appreciate most about Frontier Horizon is that their work isn’t abstract.
It’s not just about big ideas or distant initiatives.
It’s about real people.
Real families.
Real stories.
Yelba and her family are one of those stories.
And right now, they are looking for sponsors—people who are willing to step in and help create stability, opportunity, and support for their future.
Yelba stands with her four young children outside their home in Nicaragua. As a single mother raising triplets and a three-year-old, she works hard to care for her family while Frontier Horizon supporters help provide critical assistance. (“A Mother’s Determination: A Family in Nicaragua Looking for Hope“)
An Invitation
Not everyone will travel to Nicaragua.
Not everyone will see these communities in person.
But impact doesn’t require proximity—it requires intention.
If this resonates with you, I’d encourage you to take a moment to learn more about Yelba’s story and what sponsorship could mean for her family.
And if that’s not the right fit, find something that is.
Because when women support women—when mothers support mothers—the ripple effect extends far beyond what we can see.
We’ll Share What This Experience Becomes
Rather than trying to capture everything in real time, I’m approaching this trip with a sense of openness—allowing the experience to unfold without the pressure to document every moment.
Some things are meant to be fully present for.
After we return, I’ll share a more thoughtful reflection on what we experienced, what we learned, and how it shapes the way we think about impact moving forward.
About Frontier Horizon
Frontier Horizon is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting children and families in underserved communities through consistent, relationship-driven impact. Through initiatives like feeding programs, children’s camps, and educational support, they work alongside local leaders in places like Nicaragua, Ukraine, and Poland, to provide stability, opportunity, and connection where it’s needed most.
If you’d like to learn more about their work or how to get involved, please visit FrontierHorizon.org.
