i was born in cedar rapids, iowa and six moves later settled in atlanta, georgia with my family where i remained through high school. in total i have lived in eleven states, three of those more than once, and currently am happily living near the pacific ocean in encinitas, california.

i am the youngest of five children and have six nephews and three nieces.  i love the sun and ocean, time spent in the outdoors, slow food and laughter shared with friends.  i believe above all else we are here to love each other.