Maywoodian Families | Wellington Family

Photo Credit: Jasmine Lopez

Photo Credit: Jasmine Lopez

How long have you lived in Maywood?:

Since 2000. My husband was born and raised here.

What are you loving about Maywood?: 

My Son attended the same neighborhood school his Dad did. He was able to walk to the neighborhood school and have friends in his neighborhood.

Favorite memory in Maywood?:  

Coming home from Afghanistan and seeing the yellow ribbons tied to each tree on our block.

What opportunities has Maywood brought to your family?: 

To grow as a family. For 2 years, my Son lived in his father's childhood home. The same home I moved into when we got married in 2000. We later purchased our own home in 2008...in Maywood.

What hopes do you have for your Maywood community?:

Change and progression. Clean blocks, safe environment for my Son to navigate through without me being worried. To mention Maywood with pride as there is so much rich history here.

What is something that your family enjoys doing together?:

Sitting in the backyard/garage enjoying our home.

Photo Credit: Jasmine Lopez