: About Me

I am currently a Gifted and Talented and Reading Specialist in Tomball ISD. I am also in the process of completing my Doctorate in Educational Leadership. I love to write and someday hope to publish books of my own.

My passion is ...

Writing

I know too much about ...

People, in general

My parents always told me ...

to never do anything that you wouldn't be able to stand in front of a crowd and admit to doing.

My childhood ambition ...

To be a writer.

My favorite memory ...

Exploring on my horse and using my imagination.

Why I write ...

I write to share thoughts and "conversations" I have in my head.

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

I am always reading two or three books at a time, in addition to the textbooks I have to read. Currently, I am reading "And Their Eyes Were Watching God".

My first job ...

Burger King Drive-Thru hostess.

My best moment ...

When my kids really connect with me and know that they are loved.

My inspiration ...

All the great women I have worked with who have overcome obstacles to arrive at the top.

Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Discipline Strategies Parents need to train their children well for success in life

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Your child is NOT your friend. You are NOT your child's best friend. You are the parent. (Yes, that is a period at the end of that sentence). So quit acting like you and your 12 year old are equals. Stop hanging on to your child. Let him or her make mistakes. It's OK. In fact, it's better than OK...making mistakes is an important part of the growth process for children. Let you child grow as an individual. Be the parent not the public relations manager. Help your child recognize his or her strengths and weaknesses so that he or she gets a sense of self. This won't happen if you, as the par...

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