I choose words wisely, lust over them, and then trade them for money. It’s a skill I have — the lust part.

Other than that, I’m most at home outdoors, snagging as many National Park cancelations (stamps) as I can with my kids before they grow up and start traveling without me.

I also build stuff. Like cabins, tiny houses, and outdoor bath houses. And by “I” I mean that I am the visionary, and my husband uses the power tools. I excel in project management, inventory control, and am Head Caulker.

Oh, and then there’s the — sorry, honey — endless rearranging I LOVE to do in our home, off-grid cabin, and DIY adventure vehicle. It’s a legit hobby. Change my mind.

There’s a reason why I cover the home & garden, lifestyle, small spaces, design & décor, real estate and construction beats — because that’s my jam. (Door jam, that is.)

Oh, and did I mention I’ll do anything for a pun? It’s true — I’m guilty. My closest confidants know the easiest way to win me over is to tell me a word joke. So, go on, email me one…

jericapender at gmail dot com.