I am a Utahn:

Born and raised in Bountiful, Utah, my parents' values and their examples influenced my attitudes toward education, acceptance and understanding of others, service, and work ethic.

My father, Jed, was a career Union Pacific Railroad employee and a Korean War Veteran. My mother, Carol, was the Nursing Supervisor at the Davis County Mental Health Clinic and received her PhD in Marriage and Family Counseling from Brigham Young University.

My husband, Kurt, and I have married for over 20 years. We selected Herriman as our home in 2002. Our blended family includes 5 children, one cat, and our dog, Lizzie the Pug. I want our children and currently 7 grandchildren to take advantage of and enjoy the many opportunities and benefits of living in Utah.