Wife, mother, writer, and teacher of high school English for over twenty years with a particular interest in fiction, poetry, and educational advocacy. Has published work in Gargoyle Magazine, The Great Gatsby Anthology, The Delmarva Review and other online and print collections. Has also conducted educational workshops for the state of Virginia focusing on multiple intelligences and formative assessment in the secondary classroom. Seeking opportunities to foster creativity in young people (and the public at large) while developing and sharing her own creative work.