My Family: Meet the White's and the Sheridan's

Here's a little snapshot of my family tree! Don't forget to greet my furry family members on the"Ode to my Bulldogs" page.

My mom and her mom, Mernie

My mom, Su, just finished her work on National Boards-CONGRATULATIONS! This is the highest level of certification for teacher. In and out of school, Mom is an artist. She's also a reader and uses her writing skills as an advocate for people with disabilities and children with special educational needs.

Mernie and Paw

Here are my grandparents at their home in Ludlow Kentucky

My Mernie and Paw (Hester and Carl)

And now introducing....my Mernie and Paw! On my road to Athens, they gathered countless fans in Northern Kentucky keeping up with every roll (that's wheeler for step) of the way. We keep in touch through letters and our own version of conference calls where I get to talk to them both at once! I'll get to see them soon and can't wait-neither can their great-grand-dog Bailey! Paw has taught me a great a deal about politics, animals, people, and life. Even though we are a few years apart, my Mernie is more like me than anyone else in the world! I'm very lucky to have them both.

Da White's Unite!

Here's me (I'm the lil one!) and my cousins, Allie and Chris, and my brother Nick

Dad, Francee, me, and Adam at Opa's

This is my Dad and Francee during their last visit to Miami. Dad is a sporting goods rep and was recently elected to serve on a board that represents other associates in this competitive arena. Among my favorites of his brands is Saucony, which also sponsors the Challenged Athletes Foundation. When he isn't travelling the world, Dad likes to take daily treks with Georgie, tend to his fish pond, and play on the river.

My brother, Nick, and I

This is my brother and best friend, Nick. The fact that we are so close and that he's much bigger than me, makes it easy to forget he's my "little brother." He's a senior at the University of Louisville studying to be a Physical Education and Health teacher with an emphasis in coaching. He will definitely be amazing at both jobs! Nick was a great source of support during my road to Athens and the return trip to the real world! He definitely served as a role model for learning how to become the best athlete you can be. I know he'll have the same influence on many more future athletes to come.

My Boyfriend, Adam

Adam and I over Christmas break!

Adam is working on his BS in recreational therapy at Florida International University. He also works at Barnes and Nobles. He's been my outlet of stress, source of support, friendship, and partner in fun now for over 5 years!

Brandon, Julia, me, and Katie in NC