?Kate? is a joyful work-in-progress, grateful for each phase in the unfolding blueprint for her life. She is the proud mother of four amazing adult children, mother-in-law to three wonderful additions to the family, adoring ?Mimi? to granddaughter Mina, and wife to Russ, who keeps her laughing and well-fed, something to which his own seven adult children can attest. He is also ?Poppa? to five grandchildren for whom Kate gets to be ?Nonnie.?

Kate holds a bachelor's degree in Political Economy of Industrial Societies from the University of California at Berkeley. She previously had a career in communications, then transitioned to her role as a stay-at-home mom of four children (her favorite job). She returned to the academic setting in her mid-50s, obtaining a paralegal certificate and subsequently attending law school at night for four years while working full-time as a paralegal. At the age of 58, Kate graduated first in her class at John F. Kennedy College of Law. Since July 2020, she has practiced civil and family law.

Currently, Kate works full-time as a family law attorney in Walnut Creek, California, where it is her privilege to walk alongside hurting people during the same dark season she experienced previously, reassuring them there are brighter days ahead. She currently serves on the advisory board of John F. Kennedy School of Law at National University, was named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers of Northern California, and is a member of the Christian Legal Society,

Kate is a retreat speaker, a member of Creekside Church in Martinez, California, and a frequent attendee at Chapel in the Pines in Arnold, California, her favorite place to escape and relax, surrounded by the beauty of the mountains.

When afforded the opportunity, she enjoys hearing people's life stories over a cup of black coffee and a slice of pumpkin bread or shopping at Hobby Lobby.

In line with her life mission statement ? ?to serve as a witness of God's faithfulness, particularly to the discouraged, through communication, encouragement, and laughter? -- Kate's deep desire is for all who read this book to know how deeply loved they are, each a unique masterpiece designed for honor and significance.