As a mom, educator, public speaking coach, writer, mentor, and volunteer, I value all forms of deep and meaningful communication and authentic connections. Reckless optimist, grateful heart, with a childlike wonder and a belief in humanity and the power of positivity.
For the past 4 years, I have been studying happiness. Serendipitously, I was invited to Australia to give a workshop on happiness as it aligns to purpose, perspective, and positivity.
Last year, I went to Finland, and this year to Iceland, to conduct research on the reported happiest countries in the world, not only to get a better sense of their happiness, but to gain perspective on what we can do to increase our happiness here in the states.
Presently, I am continuing my happiness studies, as well as working on my children’s books in the Boo Boo Duck series. Where in the World is Boo Boo Duck? Finland and Australia, have been released, and I am working on my third book in Boo Boo Duck’s world tour series, set in Italy.
My BIG dream is to put a Boo Boo Duck book and accompanying sensory plushie (weighted and textured for comfort and love) in the hands of children in the hospital, with special needs, or with medical conditions.
I am infinitely grateful for the gift of each and every day of life, the opportunity to help make a positive impact (however great or small) on our communities (locally and globally), and the ability to learn and grow with all the people I meet along the way…in happiness, purpose, gratitude, peace, hope, love, and light.
