I grew up in South Florida, near Ft Lauderdale, but I’ve called the Atlanta area home for more than 35 years. I’ve fallen in love with the South—the weather, the landscape, and most of all, the people.

My journey hasn’t been a straight line. I married young, became a mom to two wonderful sons at 26 and 31. Later faced the challenges of divorce, single parenting, and eventually remarriage. My second marriage brought its own set of difficulties, including the complexities of blended family life and mental health struggles. After ten years, I found myself navigating a second divorce.

In the middle of that pain, I discovered something powerful. My church community introduced me to a support program called Oasis, which became a lifeline and a turning point. It sparked a journey of self-discovery that ultimately led me to serve as a leader in the program, where I supported more than 125 people through the heartbreak and healing of divorce.

That’s where my “why” was born: helping others find their footing, rebuild their confidence, and move forward with clarity and purpose.