I have now seen more than 709 moons and in that time I feel fortunate to have been exposed to the revolutionary feminist movement of the 1960's and 70's. I'm also very thankful for my education, particularly at Hampshire College , Amherst , MA , where mythology, classic literature, women's studies and the abundance of diverse, challenging educational forums offered through the Five College Consortium both whetted and guided my curiosity.

My undergraduate experiences affirmed what I already sensed; that there was very little representation of the divine feminine in our culture and what did exist was disparaged or discouraged. In short, the celebration of a woman's complex, sacred nature was undermined.

Goddess Robes is an agent in bringing divine feminine nature to the forefront of present culture and allowing it to be recognized in every woman (and man).

For a woman to choose and manifest her goddess symbols and thereby provide a visual testimony of her presence and power is the ultimate goal of Goddess Robes. With dignity, grace and strength a Goddess Robe can speak eloquently and give voice to the goddess within us all so long silent.

My hand embroidery and seamstress skills continue a craft passed through a long line of grandmothers. In addition to the skills they imparted, I continue to use the scissors and silk threads of my great-grandmother, the seamstress tools of my grandmother, and the hoop of my mother. In addition, my father contributed his skills of beading and embroidery. I am proud to continue these traditions. In sum, I draw upon my heritage, my education and my life to design and craft each piece. The legacy of my ancestors lives through my hands and their vitality manifests through my interpretations.