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My Journey Is Just Getting Started...

Not a mid-life crisis, but a mid-life epiphany!

Thank you to everyone who followed along on my culinary journey at Le Cordon Bleu. As many of you know, I spent 27 years as a Chief Marketing Officer in large corporate law firms before deciding to step away and pursue a long-held dream.

After turning 50 and becoming a cancer survivor, I did a lot of soul-searching. In the end, the decision became clear—life is too short not to follow what truly inspires you. I was ready for a meaningful change, and for the first time in a long time, I chose a path that felt completely my own.

In June 2025, I attended culinary school at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris – yes, the home of my hero, Julia Child!  I am obsessed with all things related to the culinary arts, and made my dream a reality when I graduated in March 2026 with a Superior degree in Cuisine.  Now I am writing a book and starting a business!

Through this experience, I hope to be an inspiration to others later in their lives to embrace their passion and plan on creating curated, culinary-enriched experiences and educational opportunities for others with the same passion.  

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