I am a native New Yorker living a charmed life with my husband Richard and our two cats.

My hobbies include cooking plant-based meals using produce from our CSA, experimenting with DIY natural home and personal care products, and crafting with up-cycled materials. I share my passion for all these things on my blog.

I am obsessed with outdoor running, barre3, and Pilates. I am also an avid hugger and knitter.

I practice Nichiren Buddhism with SGI, an organization striving for world peace. We believe each person has the power to overcome all of life's challenges, to live a life of value, and become a positive influence in their community, society, and the world. My faith motivates me to use my unique gifts to inspire and help others reclaim their power.

I have a BA in Writing from Hunter College where I also minored in Studio Art. I was trained as a health coach at Institute for Integrative Nutrition.