When I’m not writing or teaching literature classes, I’m drawn to quiet pursuits — music of all kinds (particularly old jazz standards from the 40s, 50s, and 60s), time spent in museums, gardens, antique markets, and neighborhood walks. I love old films and classic books, and I find great pleasure in decorating my home with the seasons, especially in the fall and at Christmas.

I am the mama of grown children and the grandmama of eight, with one on the way. Time with family is my greatest joy.

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I write for women over 50 who want to shape their lives with intention in a new season.

Women who care about their homes and the way their days are arranged. Women who choose simplicity in a noisy world, who value meaningful time with those they love, and who long to feel more alive and inspired for the life ahead.

For women walking through a life change, a loss, a transition, or simply desiring a fresh start, I believe it is possible to create a renewed vision for a beautiful, meaningful next chapter.

The ideas I write about have been shaped by my own life experiences, both joyous and painful, and by the wisdom I've gained along the way. As I've been through my own losses and transitions, I've learned to rebuild my life thoughtfully rather than reactively.