Content marketing writer, storyteller, messaging strategist, mama, Leo, avid reader, puzzle enthusiast, TED Talk fanatic…
Communication and curiosity are at the heart of connection. When we exchange information with each other in an articulate, clear and thoughtful way, we experience a deeper sense of connection, which I believe people today yearn for more than anything else.
Whether I’m writing web copy for a client, interviewing a source for an article, editing a newsletter or helping to craft a presentation, the goal is always the same: to write in a way that will engage the reader or the listener while staying on message.
Encouraging words to play well together in a meaningful way is one of my favorite activities!
Combining my comprehensive background in marketing and media relations with my skills as an author and award-winning parenting and health & wellness journalist, I love helping my clients articulate what they want to say and how they want to say it.
What Drives Me
I believe loneliness and isolation are among the gravest health threats we face. A lack of strong bonds fuel stress, which negatively affects our mental and physical health. Like a vicious cycle, as we neglect our self-care, our relationships also deteriorate. I’ve seen this phenomenon over and over again in my own life and in the lives of the many people I’ve interviewed and connected with over the years.
When people feel seen and heard, they feel validated and this is when healing can begin. When they feel like they belong to a community and enjoy a sense of purpose, they understand that they matter, which further nurtures healthier families and communities.
Like other forms of art, sharing our stories can create a magical sense of connection and community.
My Work
I specialize in overall wellness, including emotional and physical well-being, maternal and children’s health, and vibrant connection in the digital age. Through my books and articles, I inspire today’s women and their families to grow happier and stronger through reflective, meaningful connection starting from within.
My Authored Books
Happy, Healthy & Hyperconnected: Raise a Thoughtful Communicator in a Digital World, a guide for parents interested in nurturing a versatile set of social skills in this generation’s digitally-charmed kids.
Confidently Connected: A Mom’s Guide to a Satisfying Social Life, which helps moms build and sustain a thriving, balanced social life that supports their emotional health.
My articles have appeared in international, national and regional publications including:
- Woman’s Day
- Vibrant Life
- The Costco Connection
- Parents
- Calgary’s Child
- San Diego Family
- Kansas City Parent
My Education
I earned my B.A. in speech communication and a minor in journalism from Texas A&M University. I went on to earn my master’s degree in communication at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. An avid learner and reader, I can often be found with my nose in a book or taking a writing workshop to further enhance my skills.
Behind the Scenes
When I’m not writing, I’m centered in my active family which includes my two adolescent sons, my golf-impassioned husband and my sweet rescue dog. My family and I reside in the lovely Kansas City metro area, home of world-class barbecue, beautiful fountains and legendary jazz.
I’m an active member of the Wellness Consortium, a network of health and wellness providers and vendors passionate about whole-person care and making a difference in the community; Central Exchange, a women’s leadership networking community in Kansas City; and a member of American Public Square, a local non-profit that promotes thoughtful, civil discourse on important issues facing our communities and nation.
Articles I’ve authored include:
Content marketing writer, storyteller, messaging strategist, mama, Leo, avid reader, puzzle enthusiast, TED Talk fanatic…
Communication and curiosity are at the heart of connection. When we exchange information with each other in an articulate, clear and thoughtful way, we experience a deeper sense of connection, which I believe people today yearn for more than anything else.
Whether I’m writing web copy for a client, interviewing a source for an article, editing a newsletter or helping to craft a presentation, the goal is always the same: to write in a way that will engage the reader or the listener while staying on message.
Encouraging words to play well together in a meaningful way is one of my favorite activities!
Combining my comprehensive background in marketing and media relations with my skills as an author and award-winning parenting and health & wellness journalist, I love helping my clients articulate what they want to say and how they want to say it.
Content marketing writer, storyteller, messaging strategist, mama, Leo, avid reader, puzzle enthusiast, TED Talk fanatic…
Communication and curiosity are at the heart of connection. When we exchange information with each other in an articulate, clear and thoughtful way, we experience a deeper sense of connection, which I believe people today yearn for more than anything else.
Whether I’m writing web copy for a client, interviewing a source for an article, editing a newsletter
or helping to craft a presentation, the goal is always the same: to write in a way that will engage the reader or the listener while staying on message.
Encouraging words to play well together in a meaningful way is one of my favorite activities!
Whether I’m penning an article, crafting a personal essay or writing web copy for a client, encouraging words to play well together is one of my favorite activities.
Combining my comprehensive background in marketing and media relations with my skills as an author and award-winning parenting and health & wellness journalist, I love helping my clients articulate what they want to say and how they want to say it.
connection can occur, learning unfolds, empathy grows and transformation begins.
Whether I’m penning an article, crafting a personal essay or writing web copy for a client, encouraging words to play well together is one of my favorite activities.
When we can communicate with each other in an articulate, clear and thoughtful way, we can experience a true sense of connection. Maybe that’s why helping a struggling client reveal their authentic self and clarify the beauty of their business on the page is as rewarding to me as the outcome of fast-paced thriller.
What Drives Me
I believe loneliness and isolation are among the gravest health threats we face. A lack of strong bonds fuel stress, which negatively affects our mental and physical health. Like a vicious cycle, as we neglect our self-care, our relationships also deteriorate. I’ve seen this phenomenon over and over again in my own life and in the lives of the many people I’ve interviewed and connected with over the years.
When people feel seen and heard, they feel validated and this is when healing can begin. When they feel like they belong to a community and enjoy a sense of purpose, they understand that they matter, which further nurtures healthier families and communities.
Like other forms of art, sharing our stories can create a magical sense of connection and community.
My Work
I specialize in overall wellness, including emotional and physical well-being,
maternal and children’s health, and vibrant connection in the digital age. Through my books and articles, I inspire today’s women and their families to grow happier and stronger through reflective, meaningful connection starting from within.
My Authored Books
Happy, Healthy & Hyperconnected: Raise a Thoughtful Communicator in a Digital World, a guide for parents interested in nurturing a versatile set of social skills in this generation’s digitally-charmed kids.
Confidently Connected: A Mom’s Guide to a Satisfying Social Life, which helps moms build and sustain a thriving, balanced social life that supports their emotional health.
My articles appear monthly in international, national and regional publications including:
- Woman’s Day
- Vibrant Life
- The Costco Connection
- Parents
- Calgary’s Child
- San Diego Family
- Kansas City Parent
My Education
I earned my B.A. in speech communication and a minor in journalism from Texas A&M University. I went on to earn my master’s degree in communication at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
An avid learner and reader, I can often be found with my nose in a book or taking a writing workshop to further enhance my skills.
Behind the Scenes
When I’m not writing, I’m centered in my active family which includes my two adolescent sons, my golf-impassioned husband and my sweet rescue dog. My family and I reside in the lovely Kansas City metro area, home of world-class barbecue, beautiful fountains and legendary jazz.
I’m an active member the Wellness Consortium, a network of health and wellness providers and vendors passionate about whole person care and making a difference in the community; Central Exchange, a women’s leadership networking community in Kansas City; and a member of American Public Square, a local non-profit that promotes thoughtful, civil discourse on important issues facing our communities and nation.
Articles I’ve authored include:
Your Brain Wants More Friends: Why Your Mind Thrives When You Socialize featured in Vibrant Life
This Veterinary College Student Lives with 36 Pets featured in Woman’s Day.
Kids Worried Sick: Breaking down the anxiety epidemic facing today’s kids as featured in Kansas City Parent magazine.
Guilt trip? Ease the pain of separation featured in The Costco Connection.
30 Days to a Healthier Social Life as seen in Calgary’s Child magazine.
Power down: Get your online interactions under control before social media affects your mama mojo as featured in Pregnancy & Newborn.
My articles appear monthly in international, national and regional publications including:
- Woman’s Day
- Vibrant Life
- The Costco Connection
- Parents
- Calgary’s Child
- San Diego Family
- Kansas City Parent
My Education
I earned my B.A. in speech communication and a minor in journalism from Texas A&M University. I went on to earn my master’s degree in communication at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Behind the Scenes
When I’m not writing, I’m centered in my active family which includes my two adolescent sons, my golf-impassioned husband and my sweet rescue dog. My family and I reside in the lovely Kansas City metro area, home of world-class barbecue, beautiful fountains and legendary jazz.
I’m an active member of Central Exchange, a women’s leadership networking community in Kansas City; the Wellness Consortium, a network of health and wellness providers and vendors passionate about whole person care and making a difference in the community; a writing affiliate for SalonSpa Connection; and a member of American Public Square, a local non-profit that promotes thoughtful, civil discourse on important issues facing our communities and nation.
Articles I’ve authored include:
