All about me: I have been married since 1993. I have an adult daughter, and an adult son & daughter-in-law. I love to cook, listen to audio books & spend time with my family. My happy place is the ocean!

My favorite childhood memory: I loved building tents using the clothes line with my brothers, sisters and friends. Riding on a train that had our own room with bunk beds. Lots of road trips in the car to most states west of Minnesota; and especially getting to see the ocean!

I began my journey in early childhood education: I started a backup daycare business in 2002. I love teaching kids and seeing their reactions when they remember something they’ve learned. I have been very blessed to own, operate and grow Travel tots since 2005 (it was originally founded in 2003).

My favorite children’s books: “Jessie Bear, What Will You Wear”, “The Foot Book” & “Good Night Moon”.