I live on a big forested lot in Minnesota with my wonderfully supportive husband who is from half a world away. Our land is reflective of our overall lifestyle – earthy, tranquil, yet ever-changing.

I love Minnesota, as well as the rest of the Earth and space and spaceTIME. One of my favorite subjects to reflect upon – with whomever has a spare moment to do so – is LIFE. Life, not so much as a biological process (although I am a student of BioScience), but rather, the origin of ANY life in this universe – or in the multiverse at large.

My #1 question is: “what is beyond the cosmic background radiation?”

I feel obliged to experience as much of our fragile planet as possible. My first sojourn overseas was to Bangladesh. I traveled there twice – at ages 19 and 22 – and I can honestly say that those journeys were personality-altering experiences. I will suffice it to say that it is a nation that should be experienced first-hand.

I love nature and life in all its forms. I have loved every place that I have been fortunate enough to visit. I have a strong appreciation for individual differences, which stems chiefly from education in biochemistry and working as a volunteer in adult basic education.

I take pride in my interpersonal communication skills.

I am an unfortunate sucker for novelty items, museums, wineries, and factory tours. I love crocheting afghans to give away as holiday presents.

I love working hard and having a [one or two!] cold beer(s) on Friday afternoon, as I come from a strong lineage of blue-collar workers. I worked for 10 years (medical implants) before attempting my bachelors degree. It has been very challenging, because I feel that ‘something is missing,’ – aside from my income!

I am an advocate for homeless rabbits.

Most of all, I try to contribute to my own and others’ happiness by being a good wife and friendly (not obnoxious) spirit, and providing assistance whenever I am able.