I was born and raised in Mount Vernon, Ohio, where I met and married my high school sweetheart. My husband is a veteran of the United States Air Force and our first post was at Cannon AFB in Clovis New Mexico. As soon as I heard “New Mexico”, I got rid of all my hoodies and warm clothes. I was shocked when we arrived to one of the worst blizzards in New Mexico history! After this, I actually enjoyed the heat of Tucson, AZ, our next post. Now back in Columbus, I enjoy volunteering at the local dog shelter and, on weekends, hiking in the many beautiful parks around Ohio. We also like community activities and the Ohio Renaissance Festival. I serve as statewide representative for the Paralegal Association of Central Ohio