I’m a small business owner, baker, and teacher, among other roles, and I’ve lived in the Upstate most of my adult life. I enjoy spending time with my husband, family, and extended family and friends. I especially enjoy our adventures on the water and in the mountains.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
My husband and I got married in 2008, and our family is all spread out. We are second parents to one daughter who is a senior in college and aunt/uncle to a slew of nephews and nieces.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I was a full time math teacher for many years, but I now teach part-time and focus more on my baking business, Baking Sweet Scents. I love to bake and pray for people, and I enjoy creating treats for people to enjoy.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Coach House, Shortfields, and Henry’s are a few of my favorite Simpsonville restaurants.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I have lived in Simpsonville most recently for about nine years.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
I’ve met so many interesting people through business and teaching. I can’t choose one, but I’m thankful for every person who has crossed my path and positively affected my life.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Rome…to see and experience the beauty and history of it.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
I don’t have a bucket list, but I want to use my God-given talents to glorify the Lord.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
The Ice Cream Station makes me nostalgic about our community because it’s been a gathering place in Simpsonville for a long time.
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
I’d have lunch with one of our family friends, Richard Falcon, at Henry’s Smokehouse. I would love to catch up with him to see how he is and what he’s been up to since the last time I saw him.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
I love that our community has a small town feel and embraces small businesses.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Living out God’s plan for my life. I imagine Baking Sweet Scents will be serving more people through other small businesses and that I’ll be shocked by the way the Upstate has grown even more!
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I minored in Japanese language and lived in Japan for two years after graduating from Clemson. I learned a lot about the culture and language and was cared for by some amazingly generous and loving families.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Langkawi, Malaysia
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My family and friends inspire me to be better, especially when they point me to Christ.
Q: Describe what “neighbor” means to you?
A neighbor is nearby and looks out for us – he/she is compassionate and encouraging.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Comfort, love, and rest come to mind when I think of the word HOME.
