I am originally from the USA and met my English husband in Malawi, where I worked as a public health volunteer. We came to Sheffield with our two young daughters in 1992. Before that we had also lived in Zimbabwe and Botswana. Since arriving here we have also had twin daughters. All the girls are grown up now but come home frequently. I also now have a young grandson. We still love to visit Africa.
People here are still puzzled by my accent and ask where I am from although in the USA everyone thinks I am English!
I have worked at the University of Sheffield since 1998 and am now a Professor in the School of Health and Related Research. I love living in Sheffield, it is a warm and friendly city and I have always felt welcome. It feels like home now. I can’t imagine living anywhere else.

At home in Broomhill