How do significant life events or the passage of time influence your perspective on life?
It’s odd how, with time, so much becomes less important. Things that were catastrophic in my 20s are just another thing that happened with retrospect. That’s not to say that nothing remains meaningful. Losing 150lbs will always be among the best things I’ve ever done. Matt and Harper will always be my best people.
List three books that have had an impact on you. Why?
What is your favorite type of weather?
Mild, just nothing exciting. I grew up in Oklahoma — I’ve seen enough spicy weather to last me lifetimes.
Who is the most confident person you know?
This one is hard to answer because you never know what’s going on inside someone. Just because they act confident doesn’t mean they actually are. But honestly, it might be me. I don’t mean this as a brag, but I’m confident in what I know and what I can do.
Which animal would you compare yourself to and why?
A house cat. I love naps, am grumpy and antisocial, but secretly need love.
I have been fairly open about having had bariatric surgery — specifically the SADI-S. I have lost 140 lbs and have dropped below 200.
I’m also glad that my pedicure looks nice.
How has a failure, or apparent failure, set you up for later success?
My inability to continue teaching led me to find great success as an Instructional Designer for JCPenney.
You’re writing your autobiography. What’s your opening sentence?
“I use humor for so many things.”
What are three objects you couldn’t live without?
This is our little Miss Ma’am, Vera.
