I was born in Florida but moved to the Dacula area when I was 13. My family and I have lived in Gwinnett County ever since. After graduating from UGA I went right into the insurance industry and have been swept up in it ever since. My husband and I have two children, two cats, and a dog. Our dog goes everywhere with us so if you see her don’t shy away, she is super friendly. You might catch us walking to work. We spend a lot of our free time traveling and playing outside. We love to fill our schedules with football and soccer games during the school year. During the summer its hard to get us off the lake, as we love all water sports. Things I love, hot yoga, wake surfing, The Chiefs, and traveling to all corners of the world.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
Lee and I have been together for 20 years. We both graduated from Dacula High School and have lived in Gwinnett County ever since. Our daughter Lillian is 13 and is an amazing artist, student, and soccer player. Our son Owen, age 11, is currently obsessed with football and spends most of his time throwing the ball or playing xbox.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I have been in the insurance industry since I graduated college. It’s all I have ever known. I love helping others plan for their futures and explaining insurance in general.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Italian Pie, Ricos, and Bare Bones!
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I just moved to Buford last year however I have had my agency in Buford for 6 years.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Jim Bradford. He is our local artist that travels by bike. I always love his stories, but I have to be prepared for about an hour of chit chat each time.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
We just got back from surfing in Mexico, and we were sad to leave. So, it would definitely be Punta Mita.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
New Girl. So funny and I love all the characters.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Be Positive. Negative thoughts and emotions only lead to more negative.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Sail the Greek Islands.
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
Teskey Brothers
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
The entirety of main street. I go out of my way to walk down the main street multiple times a day. I love all the exciting, weird things you can see in just a few blocks.
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?
Jim Carrey, but probably more an early dinner. Not sure I can get him out for a lunch.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
I love the train. Gives downtown that downtown feeling.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Right here doing what I am doing today.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
My goal this year is to walk on my hands. I’ve been practicing for a while now…
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Fiji. The islands go on forever and ever.
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
July. I love the summer months and playing outside. Favorite Holiday is Thanksgiving. We have this at the beach each here with our entire family. I don’t have a favorite day, I’m grateful for all of them.
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
The pepperoni pizza at Italian Pie.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My husband Lee. He is patient and kind and reminds me every day to help others.
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Volcano Candle and Coco Channel
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
cozy, fun, and family
