Success in directing university and state government divisions wasn't enough for Alysia—she knew she was meant for something more. Combining her passion for animals with graduate degrees in education and clinical veterinary technology, she founded Liz E.'s Pekingese Rescue and Sanctuary, transforming her calling into a national non-profit that rescues forgotten dogs across the country.

The author of "Serving the Leftovers," Alysia writes to inspire others who feel stuck in the daily grind but dream of something more meaningful. She's also a Pekingese artist, social media creator, and million-dollar grant winner who proves that following your passion can change everything—starting with you.

She’s found her haven in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, where she and her husband Dave find joy in the morning mists and quiet wisdom of the hills.