I was born and grew up in Central NY. I attended college at SUNY Oneonta where I studied Child Development and Family Life Studies. My husband's job brought us to Charlotte in early 1986 where I earned my Master's Degree in Reading from UNC Charlotte as well as K-6 certification. I have been a National Board Certified teacher in Middle School Math since 2002. We have two children. My hobbies include working out, swimming, reading and cross-stitching. I have two beautiful granddaughters which are the sunshine of my life!