Originally from Texas, she moved up north to pursue her English degree at Amherst College. Two weeks after graduation, she moved to Manhattan with a roommate she met online (hi, Joy!).

She’s currently an associate lifestyle reporter at TODAY.com, where she covers weddings, style, pop culture trends, relationships, etiquette, and holidays.

One time, Sarah Silverman told her she was funny, and she’s been riding that high ever since.