Work: PR Coordinator for Patterson Library.

Proudest achievement: My family.

Expectations for the future: To be able to travel, write and volunteer to give back to my community.

Local or global causes supported: Fortunately, some of my interests have converged with my work. My focus at the library is to provide services and resources for the community, which include topics such as the environment, wellness and food scarcity issues, which are all important causes I support.

Favorite thing about Natural Awakenings: It is my go-to resource for both my personal and professional life. I’ve used the resource directory to find practitioners in many disciplines for myself and as speakers for the library. The articles are fascinating and address many of my personal interests. From meditation to nutrition, I gain invaluable knowledge from Natural Awakenings.

How many years I have been reading Natural Awakenings: For at least 10 years, since I first saw it on the rack at our local stores.

Where I pick up my Natural Awakenings: Hannaford Grocery Store, in Pawling.

Most frequented healthy spots: Pawling Wellness & Yoga, World Gym.

Favorite places to connect with nature: Lakeside Park, Pawling and on our boat on Long Island Sound.

How I support my community: I attend many local events, shop locally, and support many local businesses and organizations by offering opportunities to partner with them through my work.

Favorite inspirational quote: “Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson.

What I am doing to be the change I want to see in the world? I continually seek ways to live in a way that exemplifies kindness and generosity in the ways I can.

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