Who I Am

A Closer Look

Hi again, and welcome! If you’ve made it to this page, you probably want to know a little more about me—beyond the usual ‘About Me’ spiel. So, here it is: the real, unpolished version of who I am, what drives me, and the things that make me, well… me!

My Story

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been my own biggest critic. As a kid, I was constantly anxious, always trying to do everything just right—like fitting in, making good grades, saying the right thing. And when I inevitably fell short? I was harder on myself than anyone else ever could be.

I spent so much time with my head down, buried in work and studying—honestly, even into my college years. And in doing that, I forgot to look up and see the beautiful things around me. Perfectionism has its perks, sure, but I’ve slowly let go of that desperate need to be perfect and replaced it with something way more meaningful: good energy, and the things that really fill my cup. For a long time, I thought being a good student was all I had to offer. But it wasn’t until recently that I realized there’s something even more unique about me: my heart.

I’ve come to understand that what really sets me apart isn’t just the grades I get or the work I do, but how I show up for others, how I care, and how I genuinely try to make a difference in the lives around me. It’s the heart behind everything I do that makes me who I am, and it’s taken me a while to fully embrace that.

Beyond the Résumé

Family First

Family has always been at the heart of who I am, and my Aunt Missy is a big part of that. She’s more than just family—she’s a constant source of love, laughter, and wisdom. I am grateful for the people who make life so full.

Staying Active

Staying active has always been preferred form of stress relief. In high school, I was a three-sport athlete, and being on the tennis team provided me with some of my favorite memories. Emma (picture on the left) was my doubles partner then, and she’s still one of my best friends to this day!

Fashion Forward

Fashion has always been one of my favorite ways to express myself—through clothes, hair, and all things beauty. I love finding pieces that feel me, and thrifting items (such as this dress) it even more fun—like a little treasure hunt where you never know what gem you’ll find.

Making Friends Wherever I Go

One thing about me—I love to chat! Meeting new people, learning their stories, and just having fun along the way is truly one of my favorite things. Good conversations and great company make life that much sweeter!

Country Roads, Take Me Home

I may not be the best dancer or singer, but when country music starts playing, I can’t help myself! I love going to country concerts in the summer, singing along and dancing with no care in the world. As Dolly Parton says, "The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you got to put up with the rain." It’s all about enjoying the moment, imperfections and all.

Travel Far, Travel Wide

Travel has always been a huge part of my life, especially with family in Hawaii. I’ve been there about 20 times (yes, I counted)! This photo is from one of my most recent trips to visit my grandpa, aka "Grumpy." The memories we make together are priceless, and I’ll never take for granted the beauty of these trips.