I’m sharing this story as a living anime e-book—writing it, filming it, and building it in real time. $7 donation to join the e-book club Your donation gives you forever access to: The memoir as it’s written Behind-the-scenes writings and drafts Anime scenes pulled from real chapters Videos about the memories behind the story A chance to participate in the creative journey Read along with me. Write along with me. Be part of it as it unfolds. Early-supporter donation level — this will increase as the book expands beyond Series 3.

I Escaped Hollywood, Barely.- Memoir Community This community exists so you can read my memoir as it’s being written and watch it take shape in real time. I Escaped Hollywood, Barely is a true-story series built from memory, photographs, and short visual pieces I create as I go. This is not a course or a coaching space—it’s a place for storytelling, reflection, and witnessing a creative project unfold. You’re here because you love story, art, Japan, or the process of becoming. Read along, follow the participate in the creative process before I go to print. You can donate $7 to unlock the e-book Classroom for life. You can read along before publication and be part of the creative process from the beginning.

Please join me in answering these questions. 1. Who are you as a person? I’m a survivor, a creative, and a believer. I’ve lived many lives already—some beautiful, some incredibly hard—and all of them shaped who I am today. My faith grounds me, my family keeps me humble, and my creativity keeps me alive. 2. What do you do professionally? I’m a professional photographer, creative director, and coach with over 30 years of experience in modeling, acting, and the entertainment industry. I help people find their confidence, their voice, and their safety in an industry that doesn’t always protect them. 3. What’s something you love doing outside of work? I love spending time with my family, especially being a grandmother. I also love writing—telling true stories, reflecting on life, and creating meaningful projects that hopefully help others feel less alone. 4. What’s one fun or surprising thing about you? I was an international model as a teenager and appeared in a major music video back in the day—but my favorite role now is mentoring and protecting the next generation coming into this industry. 5. What are your dreams beyond Skool? My dream is to build safe, faith-rooted creative spaces—books, films, communities, and mentorship programs—that educate, inspire, and protect people. I want to leave behind something honest, healing, and lasting.