I was born in Anchorage, Alaska and raised by my mother in Salinas, California along with my two older sisters. My life experience has taken me through domestic violence, homelessness, the welfare system, teenage pregnancy, marriage, motherhood, divorce, college, re-marriage, ten jobs and two careers. It is through my life challenges that I have found, and continue to find, the courage to grow, discover, and appreciate the treasures life has to offer. Coaching is one way I share these gifts and fulfill my life purpose. I earned my coaching certification from the International Coach Academy and graduated from Hartnell Community College and the University of California at Berkeley. Today I thrive in Sunnyvale, CA with my husband Will, daughter Carina, cat Pauper, and dog Gracie.