Today I will live in the moment. Unless the moment is unpleasant. In which case, I will eat a cookie.
About Me
I started meditating in 2005 when my life came unglued and I needed to make some big changes.
It took me a while (okay, years) to develop a mindfulness practice. I was skeptical, defensive, harassed by a fierce inner critic, and convinced I didn’t belong. Anywhere. But I kept showing up.
Over time, I grew more willing to sit with discomfort, to be nicer to myself, to trust the inner wisdom that emerged. Meditation isn't a magic fix, but it gives me tools to live with more insight, resilience and humor.
I spent 30 years in the nonprofit sector, holding senior executive positions and working extensively with federal and state government. Since 2015, I’ve integrated mindfulness into leadership, fundraising, and professional development services.
I love working with people who bring different perspectives, skills, and life experiences than my own. Collaborating with teachers, artists, therapists, researchers, and healers keeps me learning and broadens how I can support others. Together, we create rich, inclusive spaces for discovery, reflection, and growth.
My spouse and I live in Maryland with our two rescue cats. I write, knit, garden, stargaze, and watch local wildlife. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading, seeing plays, and visiting museums. I want to speak Spanish fluently one day, and I dream of camping in every national park.
