?Kate? is a joyful work-in-progress, grateful for each phase in the unfolding blueprint for her life. She is the proud mother of four amazing adult children, mother-in-law to three wonderful additions to the family, adoring Mimi to granddaughter Mina & grandson Lewis, and wife to Russ, who keeps her laughing and well fed, something to which his own seven adult children can attest. He is also Papa to five grandchildren for whom Kate gets to be Nonnie. Great-grandson Daxtyn was welcomed in April of 2025.

Kate holds a bachelor's degree in Political Economy of Industrial Societies from the University of California at Berkeley. She previously had a career in communications, then transitioned to her role as a stay-at-home mom of four children (her favorite job). She returned to the academic setting in her mid-50s, obtaining a paralegal certificate and subsequently attending law school at night for four years while working full-time as a paralegal. At 58, Kate graduated first in her class from John F. Kennedy College of Law. Since July 2020, she has practiced civil and family law.

Currently, Kate works full-time as a family law attorney in Walnut Creek, California, where it is her privilege to walk alongside hurting people in the same dark season she experienced, reassuring them that brighter days lie ahead. She was named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers of Northern California and is a member of the Christian Legal Society.

When afforded the opportunity, she enjoys hearing people's life stories over a cup of black coffee and a slice of pumpkin bread, escaping to the mountains of northern California, or shopping at Hobby Lobby.

In line with her life mission statement ? to serve as a witness of God's faithfulness, particularly to the discouraged, through communication, encouragement, and laughter -- Kate's deep desire is for all who read this book to know how deeply loved they are, each a unique masterpiece designed for honor and significance.