I am originally from Rockford Illinois. I have been living in Portland since 1998. Before landing in the Northwest, I received my B.A from the University of Montana. After college I moved to San Francisco where I received my certificate to teach English as a Second Language. From there I did some traveling overseas. I enjoy playing tennis, running, skiing and basically anything that ends in –ing! Along with doing massage, I also do part-time home health work with hospice patients. I get a great sense of honor and humility in this type of work. I feel that my massage back ground has helped both me and my patients a great deal.