Natalia Corres spent 30+ years in technical management before she shifted gears to pursue the things she loves to do - cook, write, paint and draw, work with and advocate for animals, upcycle and recycle, and work toward sustainable living practices in her daily life. Natalia writes regularly for examiner.com with three columns centered around Pets, Sustainable Living and Community. She runs a pet services company, and also produces artwork in mixed media. She lives a comfortable and happy life with her husband and their two cats in Central California.