Jessica Hauptmann, M.A. Religious Studies, currently lives near the majestic Rockies of Colorado where all four seasons can be experienced in a twenty-four hour period. A Gaia devotee, Jess honors Nature's gifts and mysteries, and the interconnectedness of Spirit. Her love for comparative religions began as a result of her service in the U.S. Navy and the exposure to diversity and cultures around the world. She is a fitness professional, a massage therapist, and enjoys drumming and hoop dancing. Jess shares her life with her husband, twin daughters, pug, and those whom she is fortunate to know.