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A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME

I was born and have lived in northeastern Ohio my entire life, with the changing seasons and amazing park systems to enjoy. My husband, Ken, and I have been married over eighteen years and he’s been incredibly supportive during the writing process, encouraging me to pursue when the book was still something I felt the Lord was calling me to do.

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We share our home with Raleigh, a 6-year old chocolate lab mix we rescued as a pup, our constant companion and such a sweet boy. He provides extra motivation to enjoy the parks, including the 1,000-acre metropark behind our home.

We are a blended family that includes six adult children (four that are married), three grandchildren, and several grand-animals. We are blessed in so many ways and I absolutely love being a grandma!

I am retired from a marketing career that spanned 40 years and currently work part time for our church, Grace Brethren Barberton Campus. One of my spiritual gifts is said to be hospitality, and I take full advantage of it by hosting a large Life Group weekly during the fall and winter months.​​​​​​​

My favorite vacation spot is anywhere with a nice beach or a secluded cabin in the woods, but ‘home sweet home’ is the best.

I am grateful for what the Lord has done in my life and look forward to sharing more about Him. It is such a privilege and joy to share who He is with others!

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