I grew up on a farm near Britt, Iowa, located in north central Iowa, with my parents, three brothers and three sisters (one of whom is my twin). After high school, I attended the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA, and graduated with a BA degree in Spanish Education.
I taught Spanish in grades 1 through 12 in Phenix City, Alabama while my husband was finishing his tour of service in the army. We then returned to Iowa where my husband completed his studies at The University of Iowa. He is an Assistant Director of Athletics at The University of Iowa. We have three children, Kaila, Brandon and Britney. I enjoy taking long walks, "trying" to play the piano, spending time with friends, and participating in any kind of family activities!