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We are neighbors and both attorneys. Our daughters became fast friends when Shirley moved into the neighborhood 5 years ago. As soon as Shirley heard about the Rebelle, she asked Lacy if she wanted to join her. Without hesitation (good or bad) Lacy said yes. From there they had to figure out a vehicle, learn to drive off-road confidently (safely), and quickly acquire the navigation skills necessary for this challenge. As moms of strong willed daughters we strive to be good role models.
Pirelli
Attorney
Goleta, CA USA
Not all those who wander are lost
in 1994, I was one of the first women in the country to earn a degree in commercial diving
Several years ago I severely broke my leg skiing. The following year I was diagnosed with breast cancer. It took a long time to overcome those health issues and I am ready for a challenge and some adventure. Life is short.
People who have faced great adversity and don't pity themselves, but endeavor to help others
2000 Leagues Under the Sea; To Kill a Mockingbird; Breaking Bad
I have had too many great adventures to name a "greatest", but diving with hammerhead sharks in Galapagos would be near the top.
I'm an open-minded, adventurous, kind, and hardworking wife, mom, sister, and friend who prefers to work behind the scenes but has no problem stepping foward when needed. My happy places are a hiking trail, a tennis court and a restaurant meal with family (no dishes or cooking for anyone? Yes, please).
Currently at home mom; previously, public interest lawyer
Goleta, California, USA
You miss 100% of the shots you don't take.Fall seven times, stand up eight.
I grew up on a farm in Riverside, CA in the 70s and 80s (the original 714, baby). For my high school biology class, you could choose to do a desert survival trip instead of a final exam. Easy choice - 9 other students and I chose the desert. So I found myself dropped off in the middle of the desert, 15 years old and alone, with a chocolate bar, a tarp, and some water. My only instructions were to find my way back by the next day. That was the first time I had ever been in the desert. And I got an A in the class.
I heard about the Rebelle in 2023 and was hooked. The combination of the outdoors, healthy competition among strong women doing challenging things, using paper maps instead of GPS, Emily Miller's ethos for the founding of the Rebelle - it all resonated for me. I couldn't stop thinking about it. And if not now, when?
People who really go for it - whatever "it" is - in their lives. Like my partner Lacy! I'm inspired by people who have the character and humility to learn, to work hard, and aren't afraid to put themselves out there, while also having the presence of mind and sense of community to support others less fortunate.
Classic book: Watership Down. Recent book: Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow.
TV Shows: “Station 11” and “The Good Place.”
Podcast: The Tennis Podcast
Marriage and parenting. My husband and two daughters (12 and 16 years old) are incredible people who I work hard to do right by, as they do for me. In terms of physical adventures, I'd say camping out in Wadi Rum and traveling through Jordan in 2001.