the

first woman, too.

It was probably about half the size population-wise to what it is now.

And you really couldn't go anywhere without seeing someone either that you knew or that, more importantly, knew you, your parents, your grandparents, your aunt, your uncle.

In other words, you could not get away with anything.

You know, I would say that there are three big factors growing up in Columbus in my family that really led me on the path where I ended up.

My parents are all about community service.

Tell us and share a little bit about your story and perhaps what the story of Ruth means to you as we enter the Shavuot season.