That first purple diary—with its tiny key promising to guard all my secrets—sparked a lifelong love of writing. 

our story

MEET YOUR GUIDE

As the creator of Storied Life Journal, an award-winning Pennwriters author, licensed speech-language pathologist, certified book coach, and journal writing facilitator, I’ve seen firsthand how the power of language can transform lives.

My journey took an unexpected turn when I began teaching journal writing at the Erie Cancer Wellness Center. This experience, along with my own medical journey through midlife and menopause, underscored how essential it is for women to share their stories. Now, I guide other women through their own transformations—from navigating hot flashes to finally writing that book they’ve dreamed about for decades.

As a book coach, I specialize in helping midlife women claim their voice and share their wisdom, guiding them from their first idea to a finished manuscript. Whether through journaling workshops, grief support groups, or one-on-one coaching, I create spaces for women to explore their next chapter—literally and figuratively.

When I’m not teaching at ECWC or presenting at Pennwriters conferences, you’ll find me on the pickleball court or starting each day with my own journaling practice, a ritual as essential as my morning coffee.


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My journey took an unexpected turn when I began teaching journal writing at Erie Cancer Wellness Center. This experience, combined with my own medical journey through midlife and menopause, revealed how essential it is to tell our stories. Now I guide other women through their own transformations—from managing hot flashes to finally writing that book they've dreamed about for decades.

As a book coach, I help aspiring authors navigate from first idea to finished manuscript, specializing in midlife women who are ready to claim their voice and share their wisdom. Whether through journaling workshops, grief support groups, or one-on-one coaching, I create spaces where women can explore their next chapter—literally and figuratively.

When I'm not teaching at ECWC or presenting at Pennwriters conferences, you'll find me on the pickleball court or starting each day with my own journaling practice, a ritual as essential as my morning coffee.