I was born in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and raised in nearby Craig, where I began my fascination and interest in words, writing, and books.

My parents encouraged me to read by allowing me to stay up past my bedtime, albeit reading in bed. I was hooked. My first favorite books were Nancy Drew and The Boxcar Children. Later, I found author Lawrence Sanders and quickly fell in love with his characters, the stodgy Edward X. Delaney and playboy Archy McNally.

I can write, too!

At one point while reading, I had an epiphany. “I can write books too,” I thought. And the idea was planted in my naïve little brain. It took several more years of life experience and writing practice to develop an idea where I can help others.

I have been published in Grit, Florida Retirement Lifestyles, Daytona News Journal, and Palatka Daily News and was the publisher at the Crescent City Courier Journal.

Books I’ve written

My first book, Abruptly Alone: A Widow’s Memoir, is out and available on Amazon. It’s my experience and journey as a widow. I’ve also co-written, Do You Know Me? Poems About the Sea. I am working on a novel and have several other ideas in the works.

I am also interested in arts and certain crafts, love Pinterest and have a seven-year-old black Lab named Thunder. Follow me on social media and my blog and you’ll hear more about everything!

The Forgotten Yard

(working title)

Projected Release: February 2026

Lily, a national journalist, accepts an assignment to investigate a cold case. In the 1990s, two children disappeared from Lily’s neighborhood. Little does Lily’s editor know, but she grew up in the same town as the missing children. Not only did she know and play with them, but for years, Lily has suspected her own father as the one who took them.

Follow Lily’s journey into her own childhood and dysfunctional family as she follows the ignored clues that lead to the abductor.

Devotional for Caregivers

Projected Release: January 2026

When I was caring for my mother, who was lingering in a nursing home, I was looking for Christian hope. I hope this 40-day devotional will give you hope as you navigate your way through your own journey.

Watch for the opportunity to pre-order my books soon!