Debbie became a Christian in her early twenties. After graduating from Evangel University, she pursued God’s calling on her life in education. Living and teaching in different states and abroad has helped her see life from different perspectives. She has facilitated teachers’ workshops and multicultural seminars for school districts and churches. Her joy is full as a mother of three and a grandmother of eight. Now that she has retired from teaching, she plans to spend more time writing. She has a children’s book in progress.