I am a mom of two incredible kids, I own Equity Lens Consultants, and I am a transplant to California. I am originally from Wisconsin but relocated to Monrovia in July of 2017 and I love it! This small town is so amazing and I am so proud to call it home. I am an avid thrifter, a lover of people, and a consumer of way too much Thai food! I enjoy relaxing on the beach, hiking, reading the Bible and magazines, and spending quality time with people I love.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have two children, a twin sister, who has a different birthday, and six other siblings who all live in Wisconsin.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I worked for 19 years in the field of education as a teacher, instructional coach, equity coach, literacy coach and math coach. Now I run my own business, Equity Lens Consultants. I love that I can have rich conversations about what equity really means and doing what’s right and fair for ALL people, at all times and in all circumstances. I get to teach people what that looks like in their business, school, church and community.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Cafe de Olla, Stinkin Crawfish of Monrovia and The Monrovian
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I have lived here almost five years
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Oh boy…that’s too hard of a question to answer. I have met so many interesting people. I love to hear people’s stories so everyone is interesting to me.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Hawaii. It’s been a dream of mine for years. Maybe I’ll get to go this year!
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
My Favorite movie is Dirty Dancing! Favorite TV shows: Alias and I used to love the American medical drama, ER.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Treat people the way you want to be treated. If we all did that, this world would be a much better place to live and thrive.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
To go Ziplining. I tried once and chickened out. I want to have that opportunity again! I don’t enjoy heights but I’m committed to trying it at least one time.
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
My favorite type of music is Christian because it’s so encouraging, so I would have to say an artist by the name of Kim Walker-Smith.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Probably Grey and Cash because it was where I had a “first time meet-up” with someone who is now one of my dearest friends.
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative, with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
Candace Owens for sure! I have wanted to meet her for a long time and after reading her book, I have so many follow-up questions. I would take her to The Monrovian. I think she would LOVE their food.
Q: What is your favorite thing about Monrovia or something unique about our community that you like?
I love the diversity, the Friday night street fair and our cute downtown area.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Wow… crazy thing is that time will be here before I know it. I see myself continuing my equity work and I’m believing that the world will be a more equitable place.
Q: Even for friends or family, what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I drive my car up into the mountains in Monrovia pretty often. I park, think, pray and dream about my future.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Santorini, Greece
Q: What is your favorite month? Favorite holiday? And what is the best single day on the calendar?
Favorite month is June because it’s when summer officially begins! Holiday- Thanksgiving. Best single day on the calendar is January 1st. I’m always hopeful for an even better year!
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
My best friend’s cooking! Her food is my favorite and she hardly ever uses a recipe!
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
Anyone around me who operates from a place of love and integrity inspires me.
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Apple pie and the smell of a clean bathroom! LOL
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
A place where you can be yourself even though you are surrounded by people who push you to be your best.
