Started out as an RN attending NY University. Went on to obtain my Master’s at WSU Vancouver, and worked as a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner with Kaiser Permanente for 20 years. Taught NP program at WSUV part time the last 12 years of my career. Am currently retired.

Have 3 children, Stepheni, Shawn and Tony. 2 grandchildren, Sydney and Glen. Married to Allen Thomas.

Enjoy snow skiing, hiking and back packing, biking and took up quilting on my retirement. We spend time at Long Beach when ever possible at our cabin.