I was born in Elgin, Il and am a 1982 graduate of Elgin High School. In 1997, I was conferred my Associate of Applied Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and worked in various hospitals and laboratories until I was stricken with the serious but misunderstood autoimmune disease chronic fatigue syndrome. In 2012, I published a book telling of my struggles with the disease on the advice of a friend. Because of my book, I am the recipient of nine accolades including Who's Who VIP in Authorship in 2013, Top Female Executive for Authorship in 2013, as well as Top Female Executive for Life, Top Ranked U. S. Executive by the National Council of American Executives and the National Excellence Award by Women of Distinction Magazine. As of September 26th,2017, I am the Charter Winner of the John E. Weaver Excellent Reads Award. I am passionate about spreading knowledge as well as tolerance for the misunderstood illness. A screen play is currently being written for film adaptation.