Born in US midwest, to parents from SoCal. Parents were designers. Both deceased, as of April 08. Realized life is best when love is present. Now happily married to my first love, and mom of four kids. Freelance writer since forever. Subjects: design, architecture, sustainable life, inspiring individuals. Favorite form: profile. Favorite media to write for: monthly or quarterly magazines. Favorite media to read: NYTimes Sunday Magazine: Consumed & The Ethicist. Also NYer and New York Magazine. Working on: a book.