If you ask me where I’m from, the answer depends on how much time you have.
I was born in Maine, grew up in the Back Mountain region of Pennsylvania, graduated from Lafayette College, spent my twenties living in Hoboken while working in New York City, and eventually followed my identical twin sister to Connecticut. My dream of living next door to my twin was unfortunately short-lived when my brother-in-law’s job transferred their family to sweet home Alabama. Apparently, life had other plans.
Growing up, I was convinced I would become a psychologist. I’ve always loved listening to people, understanding what makes them tick, and helping them navigate life’s challenges. Somewhere along the way, however, I accidentally fell into the event planning industry—and 20+ years later, I’m still here. I’ve planned everything from corporate conferences and executive retreats to weddings and galas, traveling all over the world to bring events to life. It was exciting in my twenties. These days, I’m much more excited by a quiet beach chair and a good conversation with friends.
In 2014, I met my now ex-husband in South Norwalk, and in 2019, we welcomed our fraternal twins, Logan and Kennedy (yes, named before I realized they shared names with airports). I often joke that if there had been a third child, I would have named them Reagan to complete the transportation theme.
The early years of motherhood were challenging. I struggled with postpartum depression while balancing a demanding full-time career and raising twins, often feeling like I was doing it all on my own. Eventually, I realized I was no longer happy in my marriage or in the life I was living. I fought hard to save the relationship, but sometimes the bravest thing you can do is accept that something isn’t meant to be fixed. Choosing divorce was the hardest decision I’ve ever made, but it ultimately became the catalyst for building a happier, healthier life for myself and my children.
Three years ago, I moved to Fairfield and immediately felt at home. The twins were entering kindergarten, and it didn’t take long for me to realize what an incredible community this is for families. As a self-proclaimed extrovert who genuinely doesn’t know how to sit still, I dove headfirst into volunteering. Over the past few years, I’ve served as a room parent, Daisy Girl Scout co-leader, PTA Cultural Community Board member, assistant soccer coach, Little League Commish, beach volleyball player, and pickleball enthusiast.
To put it simply, if someone asks for volunteers, my hand somehow goes up before my brain has a chance to weigh in.
Along the way, I found an amazing group of moms and friends who reminded me that the saying is true: it really does take a village. My personal motto is “I thrive in chaos,” and while my Google Calendar might disagree, I somehow wouldn’t have it any other way.
My divorce journey also inspired a second career path. Looking back, I know I never would have made it through without the unwavering support of my family—especially my mom—and a handful of people who weren’t afraid to sit with me through the hard parts. Not everyone feels comfortable sharing the reality of what they’re experiencing, and many people feel isolated, stuck, or unsure of what comes next. That’s what led me to become a Certified Divorce Coach.
Today, I help individuals navigate the emotional, practical, and logistical challenges that come with divorce. I’m not an advocate for ending marriages; I’m an advocate for helping people find clarity, confidence, and happiness when life doesn’t go according to plan.
When I’m not supporting clients, you’ll usually find me saying “yes” to another community project, sporting event, or volunteer opportunity. I also have a soft spot for animals and have never met a rescue pet I didn’t want to bring home. Whether it’s helping an animal in need, supporting local rescue efforts, or convincing friends and family that “one more pet” is always a reasonable idea, my love for animals runs deep. My children have inherited that same compassion, which means I spend a lot of time reminding them that while we can’t save every animal, we can certainly try to help whenever we can.
Most recently, I’ve fallen in love with Mahjong. What started as a fun night out with fellow moms quickly turned into a passion for building community. I recently launched Mahjong Society of Fairfield, creating opportunities for people to gather, connect, laugh, and maybe get just a little competitive over a rack of tiles. In a world where we’re all so busy, it’s amazing what can happen when people put down their phones and spend a few hours together.
When I’m not working, volunteering, coaching, attending school events, or shuffling Mahjong tiles, you’ll likely find me at the beach with my twins. Water has always been my happy place, and no matter how chaotic life gets, there’s something about being near the ocean that puts everything into perspective.
As an event planner, I’ve learned that even the most carefully crafted plans can go sideways. But I’ve also learned that with creativity, organization, a sense of humor, and a strong support system, almost any challenge can be overcome.
I’m excited to be part of Fairfield County Moms and look forward to sharing stories, resources, and a few laughs along the way. After all, we’re all figuring it out together.
