Allison’s career is mission-driven in that she believes that all children deserve to feel safe, to have a permanent home, and to have a positive sense of well-being. Her dedication to children’s issues and the love she feels for her daughter inspired her to write this book with her mom Barbara. Simply put, Allison believes that all children, no matter their circumstance, should be able to feel gorgeous on the inside and out. Allison lives in Washington, DC with her husband and their daughter Maddie who is the inspiration for Millie.