: About Me

I am the Special Education Program Coordinator at a regional juvenile facility. My students keep me on my toes, to say the least! They also give me a purpose and help me to stay focused. I enjoy (almost) everyday that I am at work. Teaching is my passion.

After teaching, I enjoy writing. Writing is a way for me to tune everthing else out and to relieve stress in my life. I also enjoy reading, running, traveling, and spending time with my family.

My passion is ...

Teaching

I know too much about ...

Can you ever really know too much about anything?!

My favorite memory ...

As a young child, my family took me to the mountains of California to pan for gold. We had a wonderful time. It was peaceful and serene. We were 21 miles from the nearest phone. We were able to spend quality time together for a whole month. Those are the memories that I will always cherish.

Why I write ...

to relieve stress

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

books by James Patterson

My first job ...

I was fourteen years old when I decided that I wanted to work. After obtaining a work permit, I spent the summer waitressing at the local Pizza Inn. I was a horible waitress! It was definitely an experience.

My inspiration ...

My family is my inspiration for everything that I do.

Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) How to choose the right jump rope for you

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Cinderella, dressed in yellow Went upstairs to kiss a fellow, Made a mistake Kissed a snake, How many doctors will it take? During childhood, jumping rope was as simple as memorizing a rhyme and picking up the nearest rope on the playground. Even then, skipping rope was a great form of exercise. However, a little more thought and care must be put into selecting exercise equipment, such as a jump rope, for adults to ensure a safe, effective, and continued workout. There are many varieties of jump ropes on the market. There are woven ropes, leather ropes, speed ropes, segmented or beaded rop...

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