Biography

About Me

I have a passionate love of writing  and research,  as well as the  ability to get into the heads of others and to the heart of a matter. I have received many accolades for my writing style from professors, fellow students, and colleagues. I also have an excellent working knowledge and enthusiasm for film editing.

With a strong belief in cause and effect, or karma, as some would say, I strive for clarity of vision and try to keep an open mind. Above all, I believe in the power of positive thinking and in random acts of kindness.

I'm self-motivated, love reading in many genres as well as books on screen writing, history, philosophy, law, learning theory, neurobiology, environmental issues and natural healing methods. I have a great sense of humor and can even laugh at myself. I'm very flexible, creative and easy to work with. I focus on solutions, not problems.

Education

B.A. Psychology
Minor in Anthropology/Marketing
University of Central Florida

Hobbies

Some of my hobbies include: painting,  video production, history, music, gardening  and genealogy. I have a deep concern for helping those most innocent and vulnerable. I often struggle with my inability to do enough and hope that even in some minor way, I can make a difference to alleviate some of the suffering and injustice in the world. 

History

1986-2003:

Founder and Director of an Independent Alternative school, Discovery Days Institute, from preschool through 8th grade, along with my husband and two children. Formed a not for profit 501C3 scholarship fund for economically disadvantaged students. Teacher of Creative Writing, Ethics/ Values, supervise the school newspaper, coach the student stock team and direct and produce Drama/ Theater for children. Began the first 6th-8th Grade program for Video Production in the area. School Website: http://www.discovery-academy.org

2000:

Entrepreneur of the Year Award nomination for the state of Florida by SCORE, a division of the Small Business Association.

2001-Present:

Freelance video production business, fluent with Final Cut, Adobe Premiere, Movie Magic, Apple Pages, Adobe Photoshop, etc. I've done writing, directing and or producing commercials for local businesses, churches and videos for individuals. I write daily, read relentlessly, and am always learning. I am presently researching and writing four other screenplays.

2003-Present

Screenwriter and Curriculum Director for Discovery Academy