I am a stay at home mom to three spunky boys ages 9, 7 & 5. I decided after my second child that I was going to leave my career in Human Resources and focus on raising my family in Brooklin. Once my youngest child started preschool , I decided it was time for me to do something for me that allowed me the flexibility to do something I enjoy, with the flexibility of still being a stay at home mom. Chris Pyke was looking for an assistant to run his social media and handle all the paperwork from listing to beyond closing. Although I didn’t know anything about real estate, I decided to take the leap and accepted the job in 2019. The past two years working for Chris has been a dream! He has allowed me to have a sense of purpose (other than being a mom), learn an entirely new career and utilize my creative and methodical side. I’ve got to meet lots of great people along the way and have thoroughly enjoyed helping him elevate his business to the next level.
I love giving back to the community and volunteer at my son’s school on a daily basis!
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
We have three outgoing boys who don’t like to stop! We enjoy travelling and keeping the boys active, while exposing them to new experiences.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I love working for the Chris Pyke Realty Team because every day is something new and I am continually learning and evolving.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
We frequently order from Corrado’s right here in Brooklin. My husband is Italian, so we were happy to find a good Italian restaurant that is exactly like Nona’s home cooking! Another favorite is Whisky John’s- there is always something for everyone no matter what your craving that day!
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
My husband and I bought our home in Brooklin in 2011 and moved in 2012. We love it here and can’t picture living anywhere else!
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
It is so hard to pick just one! There are so many talented business owners in our community!
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
My husband and I never went on a honeymoon because our son was an infant when we got married, so I’ve always wanted to go to Tahiti and stay on one of those private villas in the middle of the ocean.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
My all time favourite TV show is Grey’s Anatomy. I got my husband hooked many year ago, and now its a show that we both enjoy watching together for a date night in!
Q: What advice would you give to people?
An oldy, but a goody…. treat people the way you want to be treated!
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
I’ve always wanted to go to Paris and see the Eiffel Tower! I love French cuisine, so there would also be a lot of food involved too!
Q: What is your go to band when you cant decide what to listen to?
The Tragically Hip! Nothing is better than hanging outdoors with the Hip playing in the background.
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
Definitely Queen Elizabeth!. I love the royals and all things fancy! I would probably take her to M&R Catering in downtown Whitby for their afternoon tea!
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
I fell in love with Brooklin because of how friendly everyone is, whether its a friendly smile or wave, it’s a great safe community to raise a family in. We also love the Brooklin Spring Fair and have been going for many years.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
In 5 to 10 years, I hope to own a second lakefront property that I can enjoy with my family.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I competed in the Miss Universe Canada pageant as a teenager!
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Aruba! My husband and I have been there 3 times and can’t wait to go back!
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
December and Christmas for sure! I am one of those crazy people that puts all my Christmas décor up November 1st!
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Mother nature, so much beauty she has to offer.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My children, they have taught me so much about patience and perseverance!
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
My husbands body spray and fresh cut flowers!
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Love, family, comfort
