Expertise:  I have lived in Sonoma County, CA since 1983. I have lived in Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Sebastopol, and Forestville. I would be delighted to answer questions regarding neighborhoods, activities, hotels, parks, hiking and recreational opportunities, local sports and kids' activities and restaurants.

Experience in the area
I have lived here and raised two sons, one a sophomore in college at UC Santa Barbara, and one a junior at our local public high school. One son has been particularly involved in soccer, both in high school and at the club level. I have owned homes in several neighborhoods. I have been an avid user of the Sonoma County Park System, particularly the beach parks, the Joe Rodota Trail, and Spring Lake in Santa Rosa. I served for three years on the Community Advisory Council of the Sonoma County Agricultural and Open Space District. I also wish to be completely up front about the fact that I am a licensed Realtor. In addition to my personal experience, this profession has given me additional knowledge and information about Sonoma County for the past nine years. Yet, I will not use or abuse this forum in any way to recruit business clients. I just wanted to be up front for you as you consider placing me in your expert roster. I simply enjoy being a resource for information and believe I have a lot of knowledge and good will about my beautiful home county. I hope you will consider me in earnest.

Education/Credentials
BA, California State University Sacramento. Emphasis on local government and journalism.