Am I the only one who has a hell of a time writing "about me"?!

Here are the highlights: Type A; only child to an LGBTQ+ Mom; became a widow at 38 years old (and since remarried my childhood bestie); worked my ass off in high-profile corporate and government careers for a couple decades before turning self-employed in 2020. Currently, I run two YouTube channels (music / travel)and a photography business with my husband; am building a portfolio of digital assets, and occasionally lend my expertise to one of the world's top management consulting firms (I cannot tell you the name, sorry).

My fun bucket consists of travel, experiencing new cultures (especially the tasty food), music, anything outdoors - hiking, disc golf, pickleball - obsessing over my Mom's two dogs, and learning all things solo/entrepreneurs should know.

Also, I'm a passionate advocate for Hidradenitis Suppurativa, a "hidden" auto-immune disease my husband is afflicted with.

Medium, for me, is an outlet for various topics as I figure out what brings me the most joy to write about. I have a fair bit of work to do to become more consistent and reliable in publishing. I'll get there. Thanks for being part of the journey. You are a gem. ;-)