Diane was born and raised in Illinois, where she attended both parochial and private schools. She now resides in Prescott, Arizona with her husband, Lloyd. Her interest in performing, directing, and writing skits started before the age of eight, fostered by her father, a professional musician and vocalist who directed the entire family in homemade feature films. Diane is a costume performer for The National Women's History Project. She donates her flag and her Betsy Ross characterization to charitable organizations. Diane's mentor and spiritual teacher, Barbara Allen, brought Diane's writing talents to her attention later in life. Diane would be the first to say she wanted to share her experiences with others; somewhere in the process she became a writer.

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Therapeutic Recreation 1989. Master of Arts in Metaphysics 1981.Certified Metaphysics counselor 1981.Toastmasters International 7860, current member holds ATM-B award. Certificate of Commendation as one of the Founding Sponsors for The National Museum Of The U.S.Army in Arlington, Virginia.