Who I am - words that describe me:
Life is an adventure and yours for the creating. Enjoy it! If there's something you fear, acknowledge that fear and do it anyway!

My career challenges:
Life long learner.
Language and culture are living entities that are constantly growing and changing. In order to be an effective interpreter I must be open to learning about myself and the nuances of the languages, the cultures and the communities.

My career:
I am an American Sign Language / English interpreter. I work with Deaf and hearing individuals wherever communication occurs. Depending on my day I may find myself interpreting for births, white water rafting, medical settings, interviews, congressional meetings, adventure courses, legal settings, funerals, SCUBA classes or trips to the Scott Carpenter Station.

Likes/Dislikes about career:
I love the constant challenge created by working with two languages, different cultures and diverse individuals in a variety of settings. There's never a dull moment!

My hope is that the public will become more aware/sensitive of Deaf culture and American Sign Language (ASL).

Influences:
My mother, with support and encouragement, allowed me to make my own mistakes and learn in the process. From this I gained confidence in myself and my own potential to succeed. I also learned that when I fall I have the courage and the ability to dust myself off and try again.

My husband, Jon's passion for life and humor is an inspiration to me.

Future goals:
I want to run a marathon. Running long distance is not easy for me. Running 26.1 miles would challenge my physical and mental abilities.

My thoughts about space exploration:
It is through exploration that we ultimately discover ourselves.

Personal information:
Jon and I live in Indianapolis with our two high-energy dogs, Asher and Sierra. My hobbies include anything outdoors, reading, laughing and Hands Alive! - A theater troupe made up of Deaf and hearing actors that utilize ASL and Deaf culture as the dominant aspect of the theater.