Lincoln Moms of Lincoln Kids
We know this is Lincoln Kids magazine, but where would the kids of Lincoln be without their moms? We asked ourselves this question, put pen to paper, and we invite you to meet three Lincoln Moms who have unique perspectives on what it’s like to raise kids in our fair city.
Meet the Moms
Liza is a mother, a motivator, and a mover! She owns LP Fitness here in Lincoln and has a passion for helping people achieve their fitness goals. She is a mom and a bonus mom with stories that will encourage you to make small changes that will have a lasting impact.
Tysha is a long-time educator and a compassionate mother. She recently became a grandmother and her heart has expanded to a whole new level. Tysha has balanced work and motherhood with grace and consistency. She is as steady as they come!
Emily, a.k.a. Dr. Willett, owns Lincoln Orthodontics and she wears so many hats! She has three young kids, an adoring husband, and makes her patients feel like they are her top priority. She’s created thousands of beautiful smiles throughout Lincoln and the surrounding communities!
Liza Mendoza House
What are the names and ages of your kids?
Fabian is 16, and Bonus Daughter Laila is 6.
What do you love about being a mom?
I love watching both my kids grow up and their personalities change. It’s the cutest thing watching Fabian and Laila together and how much Laila looks up to her big brother.
What do you enjoy about owning your own business?
I love the fact that I get to change lives for a living. I have the most rewarding ”job.” I love providing a zero-judgment gym with all fitness levels. I get to teach people how to lose weight, build muscle, and reach goals by fueling their body with a lot of amazing, non-processed food. I love seeing people’s confidence change right in front of my eyes.
What are you reading and/or watching right now?
I just got done watching Yellowstone. I’m pretty sure I can be a cowgirl now. LOL!
What are cute things your kids are saying or doing?
Laila couldn’t say her L’s for the longest time, so she would always call me “WIZA.” When her dad and I got married, we made a sign for her to carry down the aisle, that said “Here comes Wiza, Daddy.”
My husband is from Texas and has a very strong southern accent. Fabian has all of us laughing when he mimics Cory’s accent. We were all about in tears at dinner the other night.
Tysha Lauterbach
What are the names and ages of your kids?
Haley, 27. Jamison, 24. Emma, 22. Carson, 18. Grandson Krew, 5 months!
What do you love about being a mom and grandma?
I absolutely love being a mom. I can’t ever remember not wanting to be a mom. I have loved experiencing every different stage of life with my kids. I love their uniqueness. I love watching them grow into the people they are meant to be.
Being a grandma is the best! So much overwhelming love. It’s so amazing watching your own child be a parent, the feeling is hard to explain.
What do you enjoy about your career?
I am a teacher, and I’ve always thought that being a parent makes you a better teacher and vice versa. The roles are sometimes interchangeable. The experience in the classroom benefitted me as a mom and the experience of being a mom benefited me in the classroom.
What are you reading and/or watching right now?
I’m a big fiction reader. I just finished The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah. I’ve been working my way through the Colleen Hoover books. I am also currently reading The Positive Dog by Jon Gordon. It’s about the power of positive thinking.
What are cute things your kids and grandkid are saying or doing?
Well, my kids are all adults so they aren’t really saying anything cute. But they are all very funny, and we laugh so hard when we’re together! My grandson is always cute but he’s too little to be talking yet! He is rolling over and is very interactive!
Dr. Emily Willett
What are the names and ages of your kids?
Lydia is 6, Peter is 3, Anna is 10 months.
What do you love about being a mom?
My kids are so fun to be around (most of the time), and my husband and I love to see the ways their personalities are evolving. I’m a sucker for a good bedtime snuggle, but I especially love the way being a mom makes me always strive to do better and be better.
What do you enjoy the most about being a business owner?
I love that it gets to be a true reflection of me and I get to decide who and what I surround myself with each day. There are definitely challenges and ups and downs, but how people feel when they visit my office is very important to me and I get to make sure it’s a positive experience.
What are you reading and/or watching right now?
I love reading and have a few good ones going right now: All Good People Here by Ashley Flowers and Empty Mansions by Bill Dedman. And I just binged Emily In Paris, which I wanted to hate, but love!
What are cute things that your kids are saying or doing?
It is so special to watch my kids play together! Lydia is a very patient big sister and does a great job of including Peter in her play. They also both are so sweet and doting on littlest sister Anna and they like to snuggle her in the mornings while getting ready for the day. They “read” books together and I love to hear their interpretation of the pictures or how they have memorized our family favorites. Siblings are lifelong friends.
