Shannon graduated with honors, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Psychology. She is also ESOL certified. Shannon devotes her spare time to fundraising in the non profit sector as well as serving as a Girl Scout Troop leader. Possessing a strong desire to help others and innate ability to connect, Shannon looks forward to completing her Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT). Shanon's personal experience of separation and divorce resulted in the gift of her own extended family and served as the inspiration for writing this book. She considers her family to be the most important part of her life. Shannon lives in Weston, Florida. She is wife to Christian and mother to Ryan, Connor, and Madison. She is also forever grateful for her bonus son, Max.