I believe in the purity of a traditional pizza—simple, unpretentious, and perfect in its own way. I believe in slow, warm kisses that linger like a promise, and the unwavering love of a good dog or cat, their loyalty and adoration a quiet testament to what truly matters. I believe in kindness, the rule of law that holds society together, and the magic of early mornings when the world is still full of possibilities.
I believe in winning—and losing—gracefully, because both teach us something about ourselves. I believe in singing in the shower, dancing in the kitchen, taking naps when life gets too loud, and the power of art and music to touch parts of us that words alone cannot reach. I believe in symbolic gestures, a good book, and being at the right place at the right time, because fate sometimes has a funny way of showing up.
I believe in laughter, the way a movie theater transforms a simple story into an experience, and the wonder of babies—tiny reminders of hope. I believe in the third strike rule, making hay while the sun shines, the comfort of a tight hug, and the undeniable satisfaction of a good vacuum cleaner.
I believe in telling stories, the brilliance of water, and retail therapy when the world feels off balance. I believe in resilience, happy endings (even the unexpected ones), and the strange, lucky superstition of bird poop on your hand. I believe in taking care of our planet, preserving family history and traditions, and in the pure, childlike delight of making snow angels.
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I’m a writer, marketer, and storyteller who has always been curious about people—what they do, what they create, what they believe, and how the places and experiences around us shape our lives. After more than three decades in healthcare and senior living design, I’ve given myself a new title: CEO of What’s Next. These days, that means writing personal essays and my first novel, telling stories on stage, traveling, exploring Chicago, and following whatever sparks my curiosity.