I moved to McPherson, KS in 1978 which is where I raised my two children, earned two degrees, and began a teaching career (after playing at several other jobs). I worked in K-12 education as a fourth and fifth grade classroom teacher, instructional coach and technology grant facilitator, moving back to the Topeka area in 2006.

In September of 2011, I started working at Kansas State University and am currently the Executive Director of News and Communications for the university. I moved to Manhattan in 2013.

My first grandson, Tyson, was born in April 5, 2011 and I've found watching a child's growth and development from the grandparent perspective is truly amazing. In October 2012, Tyson was joined by twin brothers, Grady and Noah. What a surprise! There are no twins in either family--until now! In 2018, we were blessed with one more boy who tries hard to keep up with his older brothers. I love every minute I get to spend with them!