I have been a writer for many years, and I write creative nonfiction, particularly the essay form. I made a big shift from a corporate and nonprofit career to focus on my writing, but was worthwhile.

I completed the Creative Writing program at The University of Chicago Graham School, where I met many other wonderful writers, and I attend and participate in writing workshops and conferences. But mainly I write, as much and as well as I can. I also graduated from the University of Notre Dame and have an MBA from Duke University.

In addition to writing, I speak to groups and in workshops, as a presenter and panelist. Anything that gets me out, meeting new people and talking, I usually enjoy. Pilates works out the kinks, and walking gives me time to revise before I head back to my desk.

I spend my time between South Bend, Indiana and Cincinnati, Ohio, with frequent trips to Arlington, Virginia. And like most writers, I read broadly and often. Thank you for visiting my site.