31 Days of Brave Hearts || Day 26, Meghan Quigley

She had me at hello.  Seriously.  She says that she is really ninety but her stylish ‘do gives her away.  She has lifetimes of fierce in her but you might never know from her gentle ways.  You can find her on Instagram at @megcait.  Meet Meghan.

Who do you adore? Connor James – my two-year-old nephew.

What book has shaped you? Undress Me in the Temple of Heaven.

What is your favorite movie? Mrs. Doubtfire.

What was the best trip ever? A road trip along the coast of California with my brother Chris and a group of friends from an AmeriCorps year in Arizona – we hiked half dome at Yosemite National Park. It was physically the hardest thing I have ever done!

What is the best gift you’ve received? An unexpected check for $500 during a rough time in my life – – I had a good mask on, I didn’t think anyone knew I needed anything. The check came from a loving mentor in my life.

What/where is your happy place? Fully submerged in the ocean!

What fuels you? Witnessing people climb out of their darkness, myself included.

What is your shelter/refuge? Painting my nails! Seriously. It never gets old.

What are the tools of your trade? Laughter.

What are you scared of? Never getting better.

What did you study? Journalism.  And Social Justice/Human Rights.

What is your most cherished thing? My brand new engagement ring from the love of my life.

What do you want the world to know about your work? That what I do comes directly from my heart.

Meet other Brave Hearts like Meghan at 31 Days of Brave Hearts.