Based in New York City, Sophia San Filippo has worked with Love What Matters as a lead editor and content curator since early 2019 and has acted as Managing Editor since early 2021. She is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Binghamton University who holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, Creative Writing, and Women, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. She is passionate about personal storytelling and creating a positive space in media to better the lives of others. On a typical day you can find her rocking out at her local concert venue, admiring nature, or baking her latest kitchen experiment.
‘This is amazing. You did all this?’: NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo comforts nervous 11-year-old fan in adorable meet-and-greet
“You should never meet your heroes” is a widely known piece of advice, but it’s safe to say Lily disagrees.
‘Anyone know single parents who can’t afford to get their child’s hair done for school?’: Mom eases burden for struggling parents in community by braiding kid’s hair for free
“One girl didn’t speak and kept her head down the whole time. But when we were done, and she saw herself in the mirror, she became a different person. She had the biggest smile on her face.”
‘You made my day.’ Impressed by how hard he worked, I asked to take his photo. He said, ‘Now there will be proof I existed.’: Stranger shares act of kindness for hotel bellhop
“The world is filled with amazing, hardworking Dana’s. When you see one, take a moment to say something. Thank them. Tell them they are doing a great job, and watch what happens.”
10-Year-Old Skips Birthday Gifts, Fundraises Enough To Plant 350 Trees For Climate Change
Most boys would ask for video games or a new toy for their birthdays, but Romario Valentine has a much bigger goal.
‘I was putting bags in the back of my husband’s truck when I noticed his hard hat upside down on the seat. My eyes filled with tears.’: Wife finds sweet message on husband’s equipment
“I noticed something written inside so I looked closer to see. My eyes filled with tears.”
‘A text from his mom came: He’s so happy. Hasn’t stopped holding it.’: 5-year-old infatuated with bakery store stuffed bear gets Christmas morning surprise
“Oh, my heart! To say this is what Christmas is all about is an understatement.”
‘I am no longer the one he looks for in a crowd, the first person he turns to when things get tough. He loves me, but I also know he loves her more.’: Boy mom urges ‘love him while you are still first’
“Kiss his sweet baby face, linger in those lanky teenage hugs. Drive him to school even when he is grumpy and doesn’t say a word to you. Love on his friends. Sit next to his hospital bed even though he screwed up. Soak up every minute under those Friday night lights. Because one day, you will give him away.”
‘Look what y’all did for my baby.’: Strangers on Reddit help struggling mom make son’s birthday wish come true
“Thank you for making an exhausted and defeated mom who has been fighting like hell for her kids feel loved. Y’all have lifted my spirits tonight.”
My Son With Autism Is The Bravest Person I Know
“Autism is a game of short strides. One day, you look up and realize all the work, all the hope, all the fear, all the worry is turning into something bigger than you imagined.”
I Have A Rare Genetic Disorder Called Oculofaciocardiodental Syndrome, But I’m Embracing My Divine Uniqueness
“I’m one in a million, literally.”