I grew up in Missouri, and moved to NWA in 2000. I value quality time with family and friends, and I’m passionate about life and making memories. Whether it be traveling the world, attending a concert, or hiking the trails of Arkansas, I’m always up for a good adventure.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
After more than 20 years in corporate IT, I decided to quit my job and start a new journey. It started with taking a year off to travel and taking time to enjoy the little things. I also spent time re-discovering things I’m passionate about, which led me to start a Real Estate Photography business. I have always loved photography and video, and getting to work with amazing people every day is my favorite part!
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Azul Tequila, Flying Fish
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
21 years
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Utah to see their National Parks that have been on my list for many years
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Big Bang Theory
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Wake up every day and choose joy. And then go out and spread joy to others.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Watch a space shuttle launch in person
Q: What is your go to band when you cant decide what to listen to?
Sugarland
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?
Dolly Parton. Because who wouldn’t want to meet Dolly Parton! She’s amazingly talented, funny, and has such a kind heart. We would meet at Louise Cafe.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
The Razorback Greenway
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
I will be running a successful business in NWA, and enjoying the many adventures that I’m constantly adding to my bucket list.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I seek adventure whenever I travel and like to do things such as learn to surf in Hawaii, snowmobile through Yellowstone, and even polar plunge in the icy waters of Antarctica.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Antarctica
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
October for favorite month. Independence Day for favorite holiday. January 1st, the start of a new year!
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
A colorful sunset
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
Loved ones who are no longer with us. Losing loved ones has taught me to enjoy every single day, and to take the necessary steps to find joy in everything I do.
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Bacon. And bacon.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
The road leads to many places, but the journey always brings me home.
