Born in Parramatta, NSW, spent my younger years in Western Sydney and after detour to the Gold Coast, I settled into rural NSW life for a good chunk of time. I’ve got two awesome kids – first came my daughter, then my son, who threw us a real curveball. When I was pregnant with him, I suffered a intracerebral haemorrhage. Crazy times, but with a bit of grit, I got through surgery and rehab to welcome him safely.

Watching my kids grow up into these incredible adults has been a wild ride, and just when I thought I’d seen it all, grandkids came along. They call me Yanni, and let me tell you, being a grandparent is a whole new adventure.

On the job front, I’ve spent the past few years running a disability support service, which has been super rewarding and taught me a ton about the real value of health and wellness & encouraged me to spend time learning about that.

After years of jotting down ideas and stories, I finally published my first book. It’s just the start – I’ve got a whole bunch of stories I want to share.

Looking ahead, it’s all about the grandkids. I want to leave behind something meaningful for them, a legacy of love, resilience, and a bit of my adventurous spirit. Life’s a journey, and I’m here for it, learning and growing every day, hoping to inspire them and maybe you too.