I grew up outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with my parents and older sister. Now, I am married and have a crazy dog named Nellie. 

I am a graduate of Messiah College with a degree in Early Childhood Education and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). I also graduated from the Teachers College of Columbia University. When I am not at school, I enjoy cooking, arts and crafts, and traveling.

My favorite author is Kevin Henkes and Mo Willems.