Heather Summerlad grew up in a blended family in El Paso, Texas. Despite both parents working as teachers, the family struggled financially, frequently moving and pawning belongings. Heather's childhood was marked by financial instability, with her parents' spending habits causing constant debt and uncertainty.
Heather's parents were both teachers but struggled with finances.
The family moved 17 times during Heather's childhood due to evictions.
Heather's dad would often pawn belongings to make ends meet.