Q: Please tell us a bit about yourself.
I am a daughter, wife, mother, community worker, business owner, and dog owner. I grew up in Northeast Philadelphia, spent some time in Southern California, and then eventually settled back into Bucks County Pennsylvania. I attended Nazareth Highschool and then got my bachelor’s in business from Villanova University.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have been married to my wonderful husband Bill for 10 years. We have a blended family consisting of our son (31), and three daughters, (26), (24), (22). We also have one wonderful Grandson named Alex (4) and an 18-year-old cockapoo named Daisy. We love spending family time outside at the pool, at the shore, and exploring more of Bucks County.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career.
I started my career in the corporate fashion world in my early 20’s. About 5 years ago I began a side business called Broken Road Custom Designs. Through that I create things like custom shirts, socks, bags, cutting boards, and more. In 2020 I lost my corporate job, so I was able to dive fully into my side hustle. I loved that it was a creative outlet through such a hard time. When everything opened back up, I was asked to help out in our local VFW. It has been an honor to work there and serve our veterans. My husband is a disabled Air Force veteran, so I feel like I have a special connection to them. Through the VFW and my custom designs company I began interacting with lots of realtors. They encouraged me to step into real estate because of my love of interacting with and helping people. So, in 2021 I got my real estate license.
Q: What do you love most about what you do?
I love getting to use my business as a creative outlet. I also love seeing people’s reactions to the things I make for them. I often have the privilege of creating custom pieces for people who have lost loved ones. I get to engrave their loved ones writing on pieces like cutting boards. Seeing their reactions to something like that is always a huge blessing to me.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
We LOVE to eat out. We love to find different places to try in the area. Some favorites are Greystone, 59 Almshouses, La Stalla, Craftys, and a hidden gem called Curlys.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
We settled into Churchville in 2012.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
All of the veterans I get to meet at the VFW. I love when they share their stories with me. They all have different stories to tell. Some flew planes, some were in Vietnam, they have traveled all over, and I feel truly honored when they feel comfortable enough to share.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Belgium. Our middle daughter was born in Mons, Belgium and we have always wanted to go back there with her. Covid has slowed that plan down, but we hope to get to go soon.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Grease is my all-time favorite movie. Some of my favorite shows are Dateline; 20/20, and true crime. I love me some reality TV
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Never miss an opportunity to tell someone that you love them.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
I want to go to Machu Picchu.
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
I usually go to Fleetwood Mac, but I do love all music.
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
I would choose to have lunch with my friend Margaux Murphy. She runs a nonprofit called The Sunday Love Project and Greater Goods. She is so inspiring and driven and gives so much to people in need. People who are homeless, people suffering with food insecurities. I would meet her at Blue Sage in Southampton because she is vegetarian.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
I like how beautiful it is and how close the community is. Also, all of the rich history.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
I would like to see myself with a strong and steady career and taking some time to be with husband, kids, and future grandchildren.
Q: What is something interesting that even your friends of family may not know about you?
I used to love to sing, dance, and do theatre.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Maui
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
Month: All of Summer
Holiday: Thanksgiving
Best day: The first day of Spring
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My husband
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
The smell of the shore and sunscreen
Q: What 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
“It’s good to be” or “There’s no better place”