Hometown

Elmhurst, Illinois

Current P.R.

3:28

Where were you born?

Gainesville, Florida

Number of marathons

14

Birthday

August 22

Favorite marathon

Marathon to Marathon… Strom Lake, Iowa

Typical pace

8:15

Favorite running music

I like to enjoy the peace that surrounds me

Occupation

Mom/wife

Favorite running food

Chocolate mint Gu

Any hobbies?

Any fun activity with my family

Who do you train with?

My local running club

Favorite book, what are you reading now?

Little Woman

Personal goals

To try hard and be the best I can be in all areas of my life

Why do you run?

I started running to be able to spend time with my husband.  Now I run for my alone time, my sanity and to catch up with my friends.  What better way to start your morning.

Describe your best marathon memory.

My first marathon was the Chicago marathon 2006.  It was a cold year and all my family was there to cheer me on.  My sister drove up from Michigan and my mom has made shirts for everyone to wear.  Just crossing the finish line and achieving that victory with my family around will always be special to me.

Why do you pace?

I love to help people achieve their goals and feel the sweet smell of victory as they cross the finish line.

Tell us your best pacing experience.

I enjoyed pacing the NYC marathon because of the variety of people you come in contact with

Why should someone run in your pace group?

We will have fun the whole way through the journey

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

Look around, enjoy and take the whole experience in