I was born and raised in Athens, Ohio. I graduated from Alexander High School in 1992, and from Hocking College in 1994 Phi Theta Kappa with a degree in Travel and Tourism and a specialized degree in Sales and Marketing for the Hospitality Industry. I've lived and worked in London, England at a five star hotel as part of a college internship. I began at Cornwell Jewelers in January 1996. I'm currently working toward a degree in Gemology with the Gemological Institute of America. I married my husband Steve in 1996 and live in Athens. I enjoy shopping, gardening, and entertaining friends and family.