Hometown

  Center Valley, Pa

Current P.R.

  3:10

Where were you born?

  Pal Alto, CA

Number of marathons

  3

Birthday

  April 23, 1975

Favorite marathon

  Philadelphia

Marathon

Typical pace

  7:15

Favorite running music

  Lady Gaga, Bruce Springsteen

Occupation

  stay-at-home mom to 4 kids.

Favorite running food

  whole wheat pasta w/sauteed garlic and brussels sprouts

Any hobbies?

 reading, gardening

Who do you train with?

  My father and and a some great friends

Favorite book, what are you reading now?

  Many...I really like Tom Wolfe,
  especially I Am Charlotte Simmons.

Personal goals

  To go under 3 hrs in the marathon!

Why do you run?

To stay fit, spend time with people and push myself.

Describe your best marathon memory.

Going through the half-way point in the Philly Marathon, feeling great, and taking off!

Why do you pace?

I love to run and especially to encourage others in their running pursuits!

Tell us your best pacing experience.

Pacing the Lehigh Valley 1/2 marathon and helping people with doubts maintain our pace and finish well!

Why should someone run in your pace group?

I know what its like to struggle and want to give up  and will be your cheerleader when the going gets tough!

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

Don't underestimate 26.2...PREPARE, both physically and mentally.