I grew up just outside of Philadelphia and started my college journey at Temple University. Back then, I had big dreams of becoming the next great photojournalist, but I ended up majoring in Secondary Education and English Literature instead— begrudgingly taking my mom’s advice to go for a more “stable career.” Spoiler alert: teaching wasn’t my thing. I eventually dropped out, packed my bags, and moved to California on a whim. Those early days were all about bartending, soaking up the California sunshine, and embracing the carefree fun of being young. Oh, to be young and fearless!

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Life took a big turn when I found out I was pregnant with my daughter, Ella. I moved back home to regroup and refocus. During that time, I went back to school and earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Becoming a trauma ICU nurse pushed me in ways I never expected, and I loved the challenge. But California’s pull was too strong to resist, and Ella and I eventually made our way back. These days, I balance my work now as an Operating Room nurse on the weekends with chasing my creative dreams during the week.

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Writing has always been my “what if” dream—something I put off for way too long thanks to good ol’ imposter syndrome. But one quiet night at work (shhh don't tell), inspiration struck, and the idea for a book wouldn’t leave me alone. So, I decided to go for it, and now here we are!

 

Thank you for being here and cheering me on as I take this leap into writing. Your support means everything to me.