In 1978 when I began my real estate career, homes were on the market for sale in the $40,000 price range, and a lot on the golf course could be bought for $5,000. I was in my early twenties then, and because of Sedona's profile, the clientele I worked with were nearing or of retirement age. Credibitility was among the first of the many challenges I had to overcome.

Things have changed! With discipline and determination, I have weathered transited through many stages as graciously as God has given me the ability to do. 

I've been privileged to complete transactions that have ranged in price from five thousand to millions of dollars. One example is having the opportunity to represent the Seller on the sale of the 39 acres now known as the Crimson View neighborhood, located behind the Safeway Shopping center. Another accomplishment was developing the idea, forming a development team, compiling sufficient land, securing the necessary approvals and financing to build a neighborhood of 45 homes on 12 acres, and then marketing those homes, until the neighborhood known as Arroyo Seco, sold out.

As chairman of the MLS committee for the Sedona-Verde Valley Association of Realtors, we computerized the MLS system. As a matter of fact, my husband Dan and I developed the search fields and listing input forms that are still in use today. First to do flyers at MLS meetings, to have viewing platforms installed on challenging view lots, to prepare and use property profile books to market the properties I represent and lots more... has given me a true understanding of what is meant by the phrase "copying is the greatest form of flattery".

As an introvert, I'm more comfortable living in serenity. 

My parents instilled in me the "old world" value system which insists on the highest professional and personal conduct. Our family immigrated to America because it was the "land of opportunity", "where you can become somebody". Yes, English was my second language, now my first. Though I've learned through this process that there are many languages one can communicate by. For instance, think about how you would feel if, without saying a word, I handed you a glass of ice cold lemon aide on a day when the temps are over 100 degrees and it is humid. It was a blessing that taught me valuable communication skills. One can say so much with just a smile, a hug, creating and presenting visually pleasing art, or skillfully playing a tune on an instrument of one's choice.

When I work, my objectives are to do my best, to be kind, to be a part of the solution, to have fun and help out.

By nature, I am a very curious person. This curiosity has driven me to explore many, many avenues of interest, including book binding and making, glass mosaic work, oil painting, flower arranging, cooking, traveling, exploring history, reading biographies, and so much more.

Meeting you will be a treat that I am looking forward to.