07/30/2026
Hey friends, I realize that I have not been nearly as active in the political realm these past several months as I have been in the past, and I wanted to offer a brief explanation as well as a bit about future plans.
In late 2025, my partner and I found out that we would be welcoming a baby this summer. That alone was enough for me to put any runs for office in 2026 on pause. However, as the pregnancy progressed, our medical team discovered several concerns for both my health and our baby's. Some folks close to us know the details, but overall we tried to keep things light and positive for the sake of our older children and to avoid an avalanche of questions from concerned friends and family.
I'm happy to say, that despite those health concerns, 3 weeks ago today, we delivered a healthy baby boy and both of us are doing splendidly! As our family adjusts to the new addition, we are cherishing every moment, kiss, and snuggle! There are still many things for us to navigate, so I will likely not be fully engaged for a while, but I am here. I am watching, listening, and VOTING! (Gentle reminder to vote in the primary August 11.)
As for future plans, my intention is to focus on the needs of my family at this time, while networking with my neighbors to see where I can best put my energy in the future, should I look at another run for local or state office. Rest assured, regardless of those plans, I will remain a faithful servant to my community in any capacity I am able to.
Finally, I feel this post would be incomplete without a glimpse of our new little guy! I hope this finds you well, and please do not hesitate to reach out with concerns, ideas, or questions.
