Tell me about yourself.

Director of a homeless coalition, mom, nana, wife,

How has your photo shoot experience shaped how you view yourself?

It made me look twice. I love my pictures and love how they turned out.

What message would you like to give other women that are going through a difficult time in life and might not feel worthy?

You are definitely worthy! You are beautiful and have a light in you that comes out in these pictures.

What advice would you give your younger self?

Don't wait. Love the you that you are. You are beautiful just the way you are --- at all stages of life. Love yourself and shine your light.

What would you tell other women about stepping out of their comfort zone and doing a photo shoot?

Do it! It is fun and one of the most rewarding things you will ever do for yourself and for your family. Don't be the one always behind the camera. Be in the pictures. Smile and love yourself the way that others love you!