I am a wife, mother, hobby farmer and food grower, aspiring soil fertility geek, and a follower of Jesus. My aim is that everything I do is rooted in the truth of the scriptures and points back to the character of God in a positive way. To love my family, friends and community well and to be real, honest and authentic at all times are two of my lofty goals in life.
If I had to choose one meal for the rest of my life it would be peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, I really hate being late, and love salted chocolate.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have been married to my high school sweet heart, Will, for 19 years; we have 3 teenage daughters who attend school in Mukwonago.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I am finishing up my 6th year on the Mukwonago Area School District Board of Education, and my 2nd year as the president of the board. I really enjoy digging into policy, curriculum and practices to evaluate, tweak and improve them in need be. Wanting to make sure they are all align with the district goals and in the best interest for our students education and safety.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
As a family we have enjoyed the dining experience at both David Allan Allan’s and Fork in the Road.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
We moved into the Village of Vernon shortly before running for the MASD School Board, almost 7 years ago.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Craig Vertz! He knows almost everyone in the community and has lived here his whole life and has invested himself in this community in a LOT of ways.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
I will have to pick two…Either England to go see the countryside and all of its gardens, or to go France to attend the Tour de France.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Favorite movie is Masterpiece Theater’s version of Jane Eyre, and TV show ‘at the moment’ (it’s always changing) is Psych.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
To always seek after the truth. Don’t settle, ask the hard questions, keep emotions in check and
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Stay at an Amish Bed & Breakfast in Pennsylvania.
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
I don’t listen to enough music to have a favorite band, I’d probably default to a podcast of some sort.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
E&S Sweets! I just love that place. It reminds me of so much of my childhood, I love how cute, warm and inviting the atmosphere is, as well as the owners.
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 wouldn’t be able to choose any ONE person in particular, but someone who is over 100 years old. I love history, and would love to get to know someone who has seen so much change in this country. Ask them about their experiences, the great depression, what their opinion of the world is now in comparison.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
My favorite thing about the community is that it truly defines ‘community’. Businesses, families, schools, churches, friends and organizations that help and support one another. I see it all the time, and that is how life is meant to be lived…in community.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
I hope to see myself in a very similar place as I am now, but maybe a little less stressed 🙂
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I travelled to Australia at 17 years old with an all-star cheerleading squad.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
St John in the Virgin Islands
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
October (WI Fall) Easter! May 25th (my wedding anniversary)
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Fresh Grilled BBQ Alaskan Salmon!!!!
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My Children – I want to be better for them everyday
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Camp fire and freshly cut grass
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
rest, peace, warm
