Kim was born in California, but spent her younger years
in Missouri. She'd visit California, helping at her grandmother's
restaurant in Big Bear, California, where she met her husband,
Ryan, who was born and raised in Joshua Tree. One winter, after
working together at Snow Summit, Kim and Ryan moved to Joshua Tree
and have made their home here. Kim works at the 29Palms Marine Air
Ground Combat Center, assisting Marines and their families with any
special needs the family may have when they arrive in the
Hi-Desert. Kim and her husband are also partners in Joshua
Tree Candle Company, with their neighbors, Kurt
and Suzette Koptis and, as you will hear in this
episode, the candle business is definitely a family
affair. Kim also has a unique sign and home decor business called
The Tiny Cactus.