I was born in Tennessee. I began cooking at the tender age of 6 years old. I am not a trained chef, but I had an amazing instructor, my mother. I had the greatest test kitchen, which has been my life’s journey. Plus, I have a heartfelt passion for food. After marrying my husband, I had the honor and privilege of being an Army wife for twenty years, which allowed me to live in Japan, Germany, and England. I experienced many dishes and delights. I am an artist, and studied art in England. I am passionate about mixed media, interior design, and landscape art. I started my first enterprise in 2012 called Designs by Finds. My designs are Classic European with a Southern flair.