Thirty-six years ago, I became a mother for the first time. Our daughter Sarah arrived early, tiny, and absolutely beautiful. Like every new parent, I dreamed about the life ahead for her. I imagined birthday parties, school plays, friendships, first jobs, and all the milestones that make up a meaningful life. I didn’t know then that Sarah would become one of my greatest teachers. Sarah is smart, creative, determined, funny, and deeply compassionate. She loves music, art, ani