- Department: Public Health
- University: Clemson University
- Location: Greenville, South Carolina
Everyone's story will have heartache and disappointment; mine is no different, but I have tried to use those circumstances for good; to help others going through something similar. I grew up in a Christian home, attending church and knowing that following the Bible is the way to 'good' in the world. Sometimes, it is only a church service that can give you something positive to carry with you throughout the week. After the birth of my children, I came closer to Christ after the incredible gift of being a mother. My heart 'runneth over' ever since then; He is always good, even when hard times come. I don't beat my message down anyone's throat, I just hope to be an example of the way that I live and the happiness that I have.
Favorite Quote
I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me. Phil 4:13
Friends describe me
happy, supportive, loving, motivational
My hobbies
My hobbies include volunteering/serving and spending time with my husband, my children, my family, exercising, pottery and being outdoors.
Fantasy dinner guests
Jesus...I have a list of questions!
Best advice I ever received
Don't use that credit card unless you can pay the entire bill when it arrives! (Can you hear a parent talking?)
My undergrad alma mater
Furman University
In college I drove
Volkswagen
If I weren't a professor, I would
volunteer as a Guardian ad Litem
Favorite books
I just finished The Quiet You Carry which was a great book for anyone that knows a child in foster care.
Favorite city
San Gimignano, Italy
Favorite coffee
Regular, not decaffeinated!
Current Research
Working with community members in rural South Carolina to improve their health!