: About Me

I have been a classroom teacher for 20 years in public elementary education. I have experience in all grades kindergarten through sixth. I have operated a computer lab of 20 macintosh computers. I also ran an afterschool robotics club. I have served as treasurer for my district's teachers' union.

My passion is ...

Spiritual growth and personal fulfillment.

I know too much about ...

Education.

My childhood ambition ...

was to be a Rockette!

My favorite memory ...

was sitting on the beach in Hawaii with my husband and NO children.

Why I write ...

I write because it nourishes my soul.

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

anything that expands my personal awareness.

My first job ...

was taking orders at Chubbyville.

My best moment ...

was watching the Space Shuttle blast off from the VIP bleachers.

My inspiration ...

my daughter and my grandmother

Politics, News & Issues > US Elections US elections 2008: "Pocketbook" issues that will influence the next election

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"It's the economy, stupid!" That's the battle cry that is once again being heard around the country. That's the collective chant arising from the depths of the masses of the working populace. That's the message our elected officials don't seem to be hearing. The presidential candidates are listening though. Their elect-ability depends on hearing this message. But what pocketbook issues are voters screaming about the loudest? The economic priorities depend on where and to whom you are talking. One thing is for certain; the three main concerns are healthcare, jobs, and the Iraq war. And all ...

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