- Born in Dardanelle, AR in 1964
- Graduate of Dardanelle High School, 1982
- Attended Arkansas Tech University, 1982-19383
- Graduate of University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, BS HE Fashion Merchandising, 1987
- Graduate of University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, BS Dental Hygiene, 1991
- Married to husband, James for 23 years
- 2 children: Hanna & Will, ages 21 & 20
- Co-owner T & A Designs, a custom drapery & other fabric designs
- Working toward my Yoga 200 RYT certification