In the beginning...

When I entered college and was told I "yes, you have to pick a major," I thought Advertising sounded fun and exciting—after all, it was the 70's and college was all about having fun, right? Four years later, with a BA in Communications (Advertising), I interned at a top Advertising agency in Seattle. By the time the internship ended I realized that working in an Ad agency was not what I wanted to do with my life, so I entered the uncreative world of banking where I remained for many years.

In the late 80's I wandered back to my creative side when I took a job editing and publishing newsletters, brochures and manuals.

By the mid-90's I found myself in the non-profit, fund-raising world as the Foundation Director for a local hospital. It was in that capacity that I began my relationship with WinSome Design.

I joined WinSome Design in April of 2004 at the insistence of my good friend, Jane (aka Queen Diva). I am now blessed to work somewhere that allows me the opportunity to enhance my computer skills and creative skills all at the same time (and to work on both a Mac and a PC—cool!)! My inner Diva has now reappeared (she'd been in hiding since the 70's).

A few of my favorite quotes...

A few of my favorite things...

The power of gemstones and aromatherapy.
Reading a good book (now why would anyone want to read a bad book?), "Google-ing", watching DVD's and making jewelry.
(Click Here to see some samples of my jewelry.)
Six Days, Seven Nights, my all-time favorite movie.
PBS in Digital.
Music—from Sting and Josh Groban to Celtic Women and Enya.
My inspiration is found in…sunshine, dark chocolate, and my favorite music.

Can be bribed with: Dove dark chocolate, Dark Chocolate Cashew Clusters from The Sweet Palace, in Montana, and gemstones (below are a few favorites).
If you insist, I'll also accept money (100's will do).

	Turquoise is a master healer stone that promotes honest and clear communication from the heart. It protects against pollution in the environment and is a very personal and meaningful stone to one who wears it—taking on the characteristics of the owner.
	Amazonite enhances creative expression, intuition, psychic powers, creativity, intellect, and psychic ability. It can lessen stress by calming and building self-esteem. Amazonite can assist with peacefully making the transition out of this life.
	Malachite has been used to aid success in business and protect against undesirable business associations. Malachite is the 'mirror of the soul'. It reaches the inner feelings of the person and reflects what is there—negative or positive.
	Watermelon Tourmaline offers strong healing effects, attracts love, and removes imbalances caused by conflicts and confusions. The green part feeds your life force, while the pink soothes and harmonizes.

Sage—Digital Dog & Mascot

Sage would visit the office on occasion to commune
with our clients.

Sage was diagnosed with Osteo Sarcoma on August 18, 2005...originally given only six months, Sage's battle with cancer ended on August 23, 2006, just one week shy of her 12th birthday.

She is greatly missed.