: About Me

I am a 39 year old mother of three. I live in the UK. I have an interest in horses, no longer have any of my own, unfortunately I was diagnosed with a problem with my hip, had major surgery on it last year and have mobility problems now as a result. I enjoy swimming, it's one of the few forms of exercise I can still do - it's a good excuse for not working out in the gym! lol I used to work in Education, with children with Educational Special Needs. I really enjoyed the fact that I made a difference and could help to bring out the best in these students. During that time I also studied Sociology and Psychology - yes I did two of the dreaded 'ologys' at the same time! I have also worked in Tele Sales and Tele Marketing, I actually really enjoyed that too because I love to talk to people! I should have a degree in idle chit chat!
My partner and I have recently launched a site for artists. www.mygallery.ning.com if you pop along to have a look, feel free to sign up, it doesn't cost you anything at all! If you wish to contact me, my email address is tracey0108@btinternet.com

My passion is ...

My family

I know too much about ...

Teenagers according to my children!

My parents always told me ...

Just to be who you want to be not who others want to see.

My childhood ambition ...

To be a Horse Riding Instructor.

My favorite memory ...

Being offered a job completely out of the blue as Manager of a large Equestrian Centre and Riding School.

Why I write ...

I enjoy sharing life experiences, views and opinions, handy hints right through to problem sharing.

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

Reading - lots! Angry Mob by The Kaiser Chiefs. Watching anything that interests me and helps me to relax and unwind!

My first job ...

Trainee Riding Instructor.

My best moment ...

Leaving my ex after years of abuse. I realised I was a nice person and that I was stronger than I htought I was. The first day for me and my children in our new home, I felt like the weight of the world had been lifted from my shoulders.

My inspiration ...

My partner, Paul, for believing in me and for being there for me throughout the tough times before, during and after my surgery.

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Being unemployed brings a feeling of worthlessness to many people. They get caught in the cycle of endless empty days, low self esteem, no self confidence, no money to go out so they are stuck at home, which makes them feel low and so the circle continues. The hardest step is that first step off the merry-go-round. If a person is in employment and they are not happy in that position then they equally can get caught on a downhill slide. If a person is not happy in their job, they will not give 100% to it, their work will suffer, they will make mistakes, the boss gets mad, which makes them e...

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