(Black PR Wire) Shining the spotlight on moms around the world, Black PR Wire and Women Grow Strong announced the winners of the Expressions of Impressions Mother’s Day social media contest.

Launched this past April, the contest challenged participants to share a memorable quote or expression from their mothers/caregivers that made a lasting impression on their life.  Entries were submitted via social media from sons and daughters nationwide, competing for a chance to win prizes for their moms and caregivers.

The Expressions of Impressions grand prize was awarded to Diamond Ragin, who submitted the impressionable quote: “If you get the chance to sit it out or dance, I hope you dance.” The quote, she says, has stuck with her as and adult and has encouraged her to do things she’s afraid to do. It has helped her raise her hand in college classrooms, express her opinions at conferences, and even network with established professionals.

“My mother has always been my biggest cheerleader since I was born. She has always encouraged me to find my limit and exceed it. Whenever I am fearful I think of that quote and my only next option is to dance, meaning go for it,” says Ragin. “The thing I love the most about my mother is that she is fearless. It is easy for me to be confident and brave, when I have Wonder Woman for a mom!”

Second place of the Expressions of Impressions contest was awarded to Ayrenton Cooper who submitted the quote: “You’re unbreakable, unmistake-able and highly capable,” in honor of his mother.  “My mom is my mentor and inspiration is life,” say Cooper. “In spite of having a tough life, she remains kind, loving and cheerful.”

Sydney Cook, who submitted the quote: “All that I am or hope to be I owe to my mother,” was awarded third place in the competition. “Thank you Black PR Wire and Women Grow Strong for helping me provide my mother with a gift she truly deserves this Mother’s Day,” says Cook. “I could not ask for a better mom. She is the definition of selfless. Just as the quote says, all that I am or hope to be, I owe to my mommy.”

The Expression of Impression grand prize included a $150 gift card. Second and third place awardees received a $50 gift card.

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About Women Grown Strong, Inc. (WINGS)

Women Grow Strong, Inc. is a non-profit women’s empowerment organization. WINGS strives to help develop, build and sustain women’s contributions and goals in society through educational training, counseling and business development initiatives for women and girls.