I was born and raised in Southern California and then attended the University of Texas in Austin and studied journalism. I enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1984 and served eight years on active duty as a combat correspondent and military broadcaster for Armed Forces Radio and Television. After being honorably discharged in 1993 at the rank of sergeant, I embarked on my Congressional adventure! Serving as executive assistant and military legislative assistant to two members of Congress on Capitol Hill was an eye-opening experience to say the least! I can now confirm that it's truly not good to know too much about how laws and sausages are made. Then came nearly 20 years in marketing and public relations, banking, and freelance writing. As a resident of Prescott for more than 18 years, I can tell you with every degree of confidence that I know my market! If you're looking for the quaint, historic charm of downtown Prescott, the luxury of Prescott Lakes, the family-friendly convenience of Prescott Valley, or the acreage and rural delights of Chino Valley and Dewey, I'm here to help. I have one grown daughter who was born and raised in Prescott and recently graduated from ASU, and a son-in-law and new grandson whom I adore and am very blessed to have living just down the street! Right here, in Prescott, Arizona. Everybody's Hometown.