Since joining the Helium community in 2007, I have contributed articles to a variety of channels and have participated in several writing contests. I have also had the opportunity to sell articles through Helium's Marketplace in the subjects of Home and Garden, Hobbies and Games, and Relationships and Families.

While I have written to many channels, I particularly enjoy writing instructional or advice articles which provide tips to help readers try something new. Helium has given me the opportunity to write about several of my personal interests as well. Some of my hobbies include: piano, photography, crochet, music, and fitness.

I have spent time both as an at-home-mom and as a working mother and understand the challenges in each role. Parenthood is a joy and also a challenge, even in the simple goals of planning a birthday party or promoting closeness through planned family game nights.

In addition to freelance writing, my career background includes computer systems administration working in Unix, Windows, and Novell environments.

My passion is ...

music

My childhood ambition ...

to be a writer... or a ballerina.

Why I write ...

it makes me happy

My first job ...

shelving books at a library

My inspiration ...

Walk the Walk, by Poe

Entertainment > Music Education The self-taught pianist: What to do when you've outgrown your piano teacher

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Outgrowing your Piano Teacher

After years of diligently working with your piano teacher, you've come to the realization, either mutually or on your own, that you have surpassed your teacher. What do you do now? Without guidance and the structure of regular lessons, your acquired skills may quickly plateau. How can you continue to grow as a musician?

Evaluate Your Skills and Goals

The first step in your journey is to evaluate the skills you have learned and identify the areas you would like to develop. Playing the piano means many things to many people. Some pianists play stric...

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