Some people shape your path in ways you don’t fully see until much later. I’ve come to believe that even the hardest moments are part of something greater—because nothing in this life is random, and no connection is without purpose.

 

In a moment, my life changed forever. When I was 15, my mom died in a car accident. Losing her at that age was incredibly hard. In the pivotal years that followed, I had to figure out who I was without her guidance. She was the glue that held our family together, and without her, it felt like something vital was missing.

 

What I didn’t realize at the time was that even though she wasn’t there physically, her influence continued to shape who I was becoming. She was a devout Christian woman with a true servant’s heart. She loved the Lord, loved people, and gave selflessly. Over time, those values began showing up in my life in how I connected with people, cared for others, and chose to live with purpose. I couldn’t see it back then, but she had left something lasting inside me.

 

That influence has been at the heart of everything I’ve done, especially my career in real estate. I’ve always loved people. I’m a creative spirit, and I wanted a career that felt meaningful, where I could make a real impact. After praying over it, God opened the door for me to go to real estate school. That’s where I met Stephanie, who became a lifelong best friend. We were both in our twenties, and from that day on, we’ve walked through everything together—marriage, motherhood, career highs and lows. I know God placed her in my life at the right time.

 

After my mom passed, my dad and I learned to navigate life without her, but his unwavering love and support helped me through the toughest times. When he remarried, I was blessed with a new family of stepbrothers, stepsisters, and their children, transforming my once solitary life into one rich with laughter, guidance, and love.

 

I’ve now been a REALTOR® for 28 years. I started back in 1997, when listings didn’t have pictures and contracts were faxed back and forth. I’ve worked withrelocations, foreclosures, military and veterans, new home sales, upgrades, and downsizes. The business has changed, but the heart of it hasn’t. Real estate is deeply personal. It’s about life transitions—some exciting, some difficult—and I’ve been honored to walk with people through all of it.

 

What makes it meaningful is knowing it’s never just about the house. It’s about the people who will live there. I’ve cried with clients, prayed over homes, and watched families begin new chapters. There’s something special about handing over the keys and saying, “You made it. This is yours.” It never gets old. And in those moments, I see my mom in me—in the way I serve, encourage, and show up for others.

 

One of the most healing moments in my life was becoming a mother myself. I had Ashlyn at 32, after wondering if I’d ever have children. Holding your own child is about as close to God as you can get. I knew I could pass on the love and faith my mother gave me. And now, I see that same servant’s heart in my daughter. She recently graduated from college and is pursuing a career in the medical field, preparing to become either a nurse or a physician assistant. Her heart for others and the way she leads with compassion and purpose reflect a legacy that’s still very much alive.

 

I’ve been blessed with a loving husband that’s faithfully supported me through it ALL. I have a blended family, incredible friends, and clients who’ve become like family. My faith has carried me through every season. God goes before us. As Joshua 1:9 says: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” That verse has gotten me through so many uncertain days. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: we’re not meant to do life alone. We’re meant to lift each other up, serve where we can, and love deeply.