My family is very supportive and excited for me. I can’t wait to have a place so they can come visit me and see how fantastic Surprise is. I’m not a member of any clubs yet, still checking them out – check back with me later on that.

A misconception that I would like to dispel about life in Surprise, AZ is that life doesn’t end at 65; for me it’s really the beginning. But what I miss the most about being young would be the innocence and youthful abandonment. What I enjoy most about being older is freedom and learning to be less critical of myself. Not worrying about getting others’ “approval.”

I grew up one of eight children; David, Ann, Sally, Jerome, Jeff, Kendall and Dean. I’ve learned a lot from the loss of my father, brother David and sister, Ann and how important family really is. My father gave us the love of laughter and my mother patience and understanding. My sister was my confidant and my brothers were my support. My children, Terry and Andrea, are my heart and soul – I’m so very proud of them. My 10 grandchildren are the light of my life. And Bruce, the man I love, encourages my individuality and strength. What more could one ask for!

My Sunset Daze experience has forced me to open my eyes and once again see the possibilities within. I no longer need to be looking outside myself for approval and acceptance. I need to set myself free. I am experiencing a renewed faith and learning to believe that I’m beautiful just the way the Lord intended me to be. I want to grow, release the fear and open my heart to life. I want to share that freedom and peace with others and discover the right path to LIVE fully without fear.

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