Reviewing my life, I have always been the one who the children would go to. I am the one holding the babies. This is an innate way of being for me. I remember being able to know when women were pregnant before they knew that they were. At ten I was the neighborhood sitter. Parents just felt safe leaving their children in my hands. Empathic towards the needs of children, I gave up my diapers to my baby brother when I was 2 year old.

My parents’ life work is also with children; supporting them, guiding them, and educating them. It is no surprise that I would have this innate ability to calm children, entertain them, and know what to do with them, listen to them, and relate to them. I once told my mother that I didn’t like a certain teacher, due to the fact that he didn’t treat a fellow classmate with respect. He was always mean to her and hurt her feelings. I think I spent most of my grade school years helping all the children around deal with their problems. I belonged to no single group, but instead was a friend to all. In my teen years I found it easier to befriend adults. Many of the actives I did were grown up ones. I was an elder of my church in my youth. Not, really knowing or understanding any of my gifts to take on other peoples feeling I had no way of releasing these.

I am the oldest of four children, and was a great helper to my parents. I was born and raised in Minnesota, and I moved to Syracuse in January, 2005. I have a degree in Liberal Arts from the University of Minnesota, and have received a Child Care certificate. I am a member of the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce where I serve as a board member. I am also a member of the Greater Manlius Chamber of Commerce. I am the current President of the Fayetteville Toastmaster International chapter “Talk the Talk.”

Work With Children
In the spring of 2003, I was inspired to go to Guatemala on a church mission trip to enrich the lives of 4-16 year-olds who lived in The Children’s Home. Some of these children were orphans; others were taken there by their parents to give them a chance for a better life. The purpose was to build a road leading to a new school. After receiving 97 of the most heartfelt hugs I was reminded of what truly brings me joy. It was then that I decided to leave my so-called “real job” and chose to become a nanny. Currently, I am a Nanny to a wonderful family of three children. A special “Thank you” to Sarah, Sam and Will; you bring me much joy.

I was born onto this earth as one who helps and prepares little ones for their great work here on earth. I am alive to work with children. That is my purpose. I am on the same frequency as children, and therefore am a magnet to their energy.

I believe that children are the key to healing this world. What we teach our children and how we treat them determines the future of the entire world. The children of today are joining the world with such great presence and purpose that it is clear that their mission is to heal the earth. They are truly our greatest and best teachers.

Spiritual Background
I studied under Sarina Stone in the practice of the Inner Smile and 6 healing sounds. I am certified in the following healing practices: Usui, Karuna and Shamballa Reiki as a Master/Master Teacher. As a Healer and Intuitive, I have a healing practice in Syracuse called Tranquil Living. Clients can receive healing through the following modalities: Ion Cleanse, Reiki, and Young Living Essential Oils Raindrop Technique.

Some might say that it is my nature to be with children, and I find it to be my joy. I have chosen to slow down my life over the last five years. I find nature, the trees, and the wild flowers to be so comforting. I have learned that the deer is one of my totems. Some days I will see two or three. Deer might even be standing in the middle of the road for me on my way home as if they were speaking to me, and greeting me with love, reminding me to be myself. It is such a beautiful thing. I want other children to learn and understand what their own totems are, and why they might be showing up. Answers are all around us; all we have to do is to be open to receiving them.

I hope to teach the children to remember to look inside themselves for answers and guidance. In my life I have found wonderful teachers and books to help me to remember what it is I am here to do. I love being of service to others, especially the young ones. They are kindred spirits to me and my soul.