I'm a married mother of three awesome kids and a rescue dog named Sadie, a black lab mix. I grew up in Sandy Hook and currently live in Ridgefield.
I studied English Literature at Ellis College and Child Development at Post University and received my Head Teacher Certification in Early Childhood Education through the State of Connecticut in 2008.
From 2010-2012 I enjoyed working for Patch in various roles as a reporter, columnist, food critic and guest editor. I also helped launch 12 Patch sites in Fairfield County in early 2010.
During 2012-2013, I stopped working in order to serve as a volunteer to help my hometown of Sandy Hook heal after the tragic Sandy Hook School shootings on Dec. 14, 2012. I founded the Sandy Hook Arts Center for Kids (The SHACK) in Sandy Hook Center as a creative way for kids and families to heal through the power of the arts through free music and art programs. We were happy to have the Newtown Strong Therapy Dogs as regular visitors as well.
In January of 2014, Hearst Media Services honored me with the "Top 10 Most Fascinating People of 2013" award in the Greater Danbury Area for volunteer work I performed with Sandy Hook Arts Center for Kids. In June 2014, I went back to work and became a Regional Editor for eleven towns in Southwest Connecticut.
On February 4, 2015, World Cancer Day, life threw a huge curveball and I was diagnosed with "The Evil 'C' Word." During 2015 and most of 2016, I battled a "very rare, very aggressive" type of breast cancer with wit, sass, faith and lots of support from family and friends. After 4 surgeries, 16 weeks of dose dense "red devil" chemo, 30 rounds of radiation and tons of complications, I'm proud to say I'm now a survivor of Triple Negative Metaplastic Carcinoma and an advocate of self breast exams for early detection. Being diagnosed with breast cancer at the young age of 45 with no cancer in my family prompted me to start a #MyLeftBoob selfie campaign to raise awareness for early detection.
Read my story here:
http://patch.com/connecticut/bethel/breast-cancer-awareness-behind-pink-ribbons-personal-survival-story-0
In my free time I enjoy hiking, reading biographies, David Sedaris or Kurt Vonnegut books, singing and playing bass guitar in a cover band with my rockin' hubby of 22 years, who is the drummer.
Clay Cope, who is running for 5th district which includes Brookfield, and other Republicans came out to celebrate and advocate on Saturday.
Will Duff, candidate for 2nd district which includes Danbury, and other CT Republicans, came out to celebrate and advocate on Saturday.
Connecticut Senators Toni Boucher, Michael McLachlan and other Republicans came to celebrate and call or change on Saturday.
Will Duff, who is running for 2nd district which includes Newtown and other Republicans came out to celebrate and advocate on Saturday.
Will Duff, who is running for 2nd district which includes Redding and other Republicans came out to celebrate and advocate on Saturday.
Republicans from across CT, including Ridgefield's Patrick Walsh, celebrated and advocated for their party while enjoying a lobster dinner.
Bethel Republicans and GOP members from across the state came out to celebrate and advocate for their party while enjoying a lobster dinner.
Our business series features local business owners. This week we feature a local business owner who sells a wide variety of wine and spirits
Our business series features local business owners. This week we feature a local business owner who helps people lead a healthy lifestyle.
Looking for a career in the education field? Look no further than our Patch Jobs Board
Looking for a career in the education field? Look no further than our Patch Jobs Board
Looking for a career in the education field? Look no further than our Patch Jobs Board
Looking for a career in the education field? Look no further than our Patch Jobs Board
Looking for a career in the education field? Look no further than our Patch Jobs Board
Looking for a career in the education field? Look no further than our Patch Jobs Board
Looking for a career in the education field? Look no further than our Patch Jobs Board
Looking for a career in the education field? Look no further than our Patch Jobs Board
Looking for a career in the education field? Look no further than our Patch Jobs Board.
Ridgefield's Prevention Council is busy planning a carnival this fall which will include an array of fun-filled games, rides and amusements.
Find out about the Brookfield Town audit, the new a Charter Revision Committee, a public hearing on a proposed cell tower and more.