Married for 14 years, Mom to a 13-year-old cat and 2-year-old human girl. Owner of The Green Book, an annual publication that started in Ashland in 1991. I've owned it since 2005.
HOBBIES
reading, beading, photography, selling items on eBay
INTERESTS
graphic design, entertaining my 2-year-old, swimming, animals
I Listen To
my grandmother and my husband for advice and input
San Jose, CA; Phoenix, OR; Ashland, OR; Medford, OR; Beaverton, OR
BOOKS
biographies and depending on my mood, others like John Grisham
MUSIC
just about everything except honky tonk country
MOVIES
"Gone With the Wind," "Star Wars" movies and comedies (but not the raunchy kind - usually the "stupid" types ala "Wayne's World")
Best Day of My Life
The most recent was in November 2006, when we adopted our daughter from China. The day they handed her to me was the most emotional (even than my wedding day) of my life!
Why to Be my Friend
I'm considerate, am kind and listen well. I also have a great sense of humor -- about myself and lots of things!
Causes & Charities
Green causes, recycling, United Way, various other community causes and events
Places I Eat
Geppetto's is my fav!
Best Advice Given
believe in yourself, not what others tell you what is wrong with you.
Dream Come True
Business ownership and becoming a mother
Brief Bio / Overview
Born in San Jose, CA and lived in Rogue Valley since I was little. Graduated from North Medford High School and Southern Oregon University. (Journalism-Communication degree). I own The Green Book and www.BizWithHeart.com.
Things I Enjoy
learning about businesses, playing with my daughter, relaxing at the Lake of the Woods.
Pet Peeves
drivers that pull in front of you or tailgate -- especially when you're stuck behind a big rig
Place I've Traveled
China, Canada. Otherwise, Oregon, California, Washington, Colorado, Montana and Nevada -- the great Northwest!
Favorite People
my daughter, husband, in-laws (yes, really) and grandparents.
