• Hello! Here's a page where you can learn all about me!
    I was born and raised in Hobart. I went to Ridge View Elementary (did you know that Joan Martin wasn't even built when I was in elementary school?) and I graduated from Hobart High School in 1998. I started gymnastics when I was 4 and in high school I did both gymnastics and cheerleading.
    Here are some pictures of me growing up... don't laugh too hard!
    Me in 1st grade
    This is me in first grade at Ridge View!
     
    gymnastics   cheerleading 
    And here are my pictures from my sophomore year... memories!
     
    A few more to get the kids giggling!
     
     
    In 2003, I graduated with distinction from Purdue University. Did you know that when I first started college I thought I wanted to be a pharmacist? I sure am glad I changed my mind. I feel lucky every day to have the BEST job in the entire world!
    Here is proof that I really did graduate.  :)
    boiler up
    Boiler up!!!

    I have a pretty goofy family that I love very much. I have 2 younger brothers who are always keeping the family laughing, along with 4 crazy cats: Sparkie the Wondercat, Josie, Skippyjane Jones (Skippie), and Chloe. My mom's side of the family loves the Cubs, which I guess is where it all got started for me. Did you know that my mom used to bake birthday cakes for the Cubs when she was growing up? Her favorite player was Billy Williams. My grandparents watch almost every game, especially when they know I'm at Wrigley Field. My dad's side of the family unfortunately seem to love the Sox for the most part... though you will see in the pictures that I have done an excellent job of bringing my dad over to the good side. He not-so-secretly enjoys the Cubbies!

    Here are some pictures of my family:

     

    Here are some pictures of my silly cats!
     

    Well, as I'm sure you already know, I LOVE the Cubs! I go to probably 10-15 games a year. I've been to Spring Training in Arizona and I go to the Cubs Convention every year. Did you know that in 2007 the Cubs came to our school? It is definitely one of my favorite moments of all time. :)
    Here are some Cubs pictures:
     
     
    Cubs Convention 2009
    Ryan Theriot...
    Theriot
     
    and Carlos Marmol...
    Marmol