I value balance and depth. I work hard and then relax with family and friends. My adventuresome spirit leads in many directions. Two examples are kayaking in Patagonia, Chile (see below) and working with Native Americans to help preserve their cultures (Mojave, Navajo, Zuni tribes). Many people think it’s fun that Marlin and I built a big cabinet and fold-down bed on the outside of our house under the stars and Eucalyptus trees.

My Interests:

• Education, adult learning, human empowerment, communication
• World peace and justice, the environment
• Spirituality, dreams, symbolism, meditation, ceremony and ritual
• Travel
• Ballroom dancing
• Hiking, kayaking, camping, back packing, swimming
• Gardening
• Reading
• Playing with babies, kids, grown-ups and seniors

Community Service: My parents and grandparents all enjoyed serving their communities. I enjoy participating too. Some examples:

• Tsunami Relief work, Southeastern India, January 2005
• Chaired the Search Committee for the new President of The California Institute of Integral Studies (where I received my PhD.)
• Guest speaking and workshops at schools and universities
• Volunteered for young people at County of Marin Juvenile Hall
• Helping to preserve Native American culture and wisdom
• Board Member:
  • Institute of Management Consultants
  • American Association of University Women
  • California Institute of Integral Studies
  • Positive Resource Center (AIDS Benefits Counselors)
  • Keep Your Freedom, Keep Your Dreams – Teen pregnancy