About Me

I’m a Southern California girl who was born and raised just north of Los Angeles in the San Fernando Valley (yes, a true “Valley Girl”) and have spent most of my adult life in Orange County.  I was the first born, which was the catalyst for my grandparents moving to California from Indiana…they purchased a home just a few blocks away from my parents.  I saw my grandparents nearly every day growing up.  And that’s how my grandmother, Grace, helped shape and influence my life.

I’ve had a successful career in the corporate world from which I retired early to spend more time with my husband and family.  I spent the better part of 20+ years traveling and away from family, so it was an intentional decision to put family first.  But with retirement comes a bit of free time…and then I found Pinterest.  If I’d known about this while I was working, I may never have made it to the C-level!  I can spend hours curating new recipes and ideas between Pinterest and the many blogs I follow.  I share some of this curated content under “Tidbits”…along with random pictures and stories of Jackson and friends.

I’m also a bonus mom, mimi and great-mimi!  My bonus kids made me a mimi (grandparent) the day I married their father…and, frankly, I don’t think it’s biologically possible for me to have been a mimi at that age!!!  I’m also an “Aunt Linda” to two special nephews and a niece.

At this point in my life’s journey, I’m thankful for all of my family and friends that fill my days with inspiration and gratitude.