Meet Christy Armstrong
Ambassador
Christy loves to spend her free time volunteering to help others, especially when it comes to mental health awareness. Her own mental health journey wasn’t always apparent to her, but by watching others around her struggle with theirs, and by learning more about it, she has become aware of her own. She has learned that it is not about “getting over it”, it’s about showing grace, working through it, and finding a path forward.
The thing that she is most proud of is her family. She will do whatever they need to help them put their best foot forward. She put a sign leading out of her front door saying, “Be safe, love you” and she hopes they read it every time they leave. She enjoys spending time with them (especially when there is an adventure involved)! She is passionate about Top of Tamarack and puts her heart and soul into the Memorial Mile and Overcomer Ally signs.
More About Christy
Who I am professionally: I have been working in R&D type roles at HP for over 25 years. I enjoy working in several different groups within HP to help support onsite events and events within the community.
My People: I have a wonderful husband who keeps me grounded and is always willing to help when needed. We have two amazing daughters that we love very much, and we are very proud that they have grown into kind, responsible, caring adults.
I’m good at: Focusing on large jobs until they are completed, decorating for themed events, and keeping things organized and clean (clutter is not my friend!).
My fur babies: Oliver is a 95 Lbs. Labradoodle-Boxer that thinks he is 30 Lbs., and our newest addition is a 30 Lbs. Mini Golden Doodle that thinks she is 95 Lbs. and lives up to her name. They both think I am really good at taking them for daily walks (but would prefer I do it at 5 AM instead of 8 AM).
I’m scared of: Accepting compliments and talking about myself is not my strongest suit (it took me a year to write this bio). I am also not a big fan of white-water rafting or being in a cave (no thanks, I’ll wait outside).
My favorite self care: A day at the beach? Yes, please! Or I’ll end my day relaxing in our hot tub.
My hobbies: I am an explorer by nature – pick a place and let’s GO! I like bike riding (as long I don’t fall off my E-bike), camping, and boating with our family.