I was 17 years old when I learned first hand of the evil that some people are capable of. After much counseling, therapy and healing, I began speaking publicly about sexual assault awareness & prev...view moreI was 17 years old when I learned first hand of the evil that some people are capable of. After much counseling, therapy and healing, I began speaking publicly about sexual assault awareness & prevention. My 11-year career in radio broadcasting certainly helped me better understand public speaking. I was later able to receive victim assistance and advocacy training through the National Children's Advocacy Center & the National Organization for Victim's Assistance (NOVA). As an advocate of Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention, I continue to speak publicly about the effects of sexual violence, as well as sharing preventative measures. I still enjoy recording voice-overs for various local organizations, while also raising my adventurous clan of three sons. Our family hobbies include hiking, camping, and canoeing. Personally, I enjoy creating stain glass mosaic artworks, learning more about our genealogy, and getting lost in a good historical romance novel. Though born and raised in southern Arkansas, I really enjoy our country life in north Mississippi.view less