For 14 years I was a television news reporter in Dubuque, Iowa. I covered everything from fairs and festivals to natural disasters, tragic deaths and  violent crimes. Through that experience, I routinely became involved with people who were experiencing the worst moments of their life.  I became keenly aware of what happens to human beings when they don't  practice mindfulness and self-care. The practices I have learned through Challenge to Change have helped me become a more centered person. ​ As a mother of two young children, I want every kid to have the opportunity to learn self-regulation and mindfulness the way my own children have.

As a board member, I am honored to help promote the Mindful Minutes for Schools  mission.