I’ve lived in the Rapid City area for over 22 years. I’ve been in the Home Financing business for 20 years and work at First National Bank as a Real Estate Loan Originator. I have a son, Andrew and 2 Westies, Liam & Lola. My hobbies include riding my 1994 Harley Softail, skydiving, traveling with my friends, and dancing.
Music has been a major part of my life since childhood. Everyone in my family has been involved in music either singing, dancing or playing guitar, likewise, I’ve tried playing several different instruments from Piano, Irish Flute, tin whistle, dulcimer, to the Irish Bodhran to accompany in the family music sessions. In the Spring of 2005 some of my friends encouraged me to take dance classes, probably so they didn’t have to listen to my Irish Flute concerts. I am truly grateful, dance classes and dancing has become a passion of mine. Dancing has been a way to keep music in my life, it’s great exercise and I’ve met many wonderful people thru dance classes. I love all types of dances; however, my favorites are West Coast Swing, Night Club Two Step and Cha-Cha. Of course there was a time when Beginning Jitterbug was a huge challenge so it is nice to see my skill level improved because part of my enjoyment in dance classes is assisting the beginner student and encouraging the student who is frustrated by letting them know it really does get easier with lessons and floor time.
Enjoy life, treasure friends and dance it’s good for the heart!
