The proudest moment in my life was the birth of my son. There is no stronger love than that for a child. The most memorable moment was the day I was diagnosed with cancer. Everyday I try to remember where I came from and it keeps me grounded and reminds me just how lucky I am. Having support from family and friends has given me the strength and courage to stay strong through even the toughest of times. For those of you who have fought the fight and won, congratulations and good luck. For those of you who have fought the fight and lost you fought strong and hard, my thoughts and prayer go out to your family and friends.

I was born an animal lover and destined to be around animals. As a young girl I would walk all the dogs in my neighborhood for free just to be around them. At the age of twelve I began working for a neighbor who had two German Shepherds, from that moment on I was hooked. I began obedience training at the age of fourteen, schutzhund at eighteen and at twenty nine I began handling dogs in the conformation ring. I am currently a member of Fort Wayne Working Dog Association, 3 Rivers Working Dog Association, DVG, Schutzhund USA and train regularly with Michiana Working Dog Association. I am currently working a young dog that I hope to compete in the year 2010. Dog training is my passion, hobby and career. I couldn’t be happier.