: About Me

Kelley Gecik is new to freelancing, but has enjoyed writing for many years. She is a high school teacher and in her vast free time afforded by such a job, she enjoys traveling, gardening, reading and spending time with her husband and dog, Lola.

My passion is ...

learning languages and experiencing other cultures.

I know too much about ...

the finer points of REM sleep.

My parents always told me ...

I wear my heart on my sleeve.

My childhood ambition ...

was to be a zookeeper.

My favorite memory ...

walking to my Grandma's house and her giving me an ice cold Dr. Pepper.

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

Running in Heels

My first job ...

babysitter

My best moment ...

marrying my best friend.

My inspiration ...

the wit of the English language.

Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds What should the Obama family look for in a new pet dog?

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Many people believe that the dog you choose for yourself is a reflection of you. We have all seen strong, athletic men walking around with tiny Chihuahuas or seemingly fragile women showing a pitbull on a leash who's boss. Whatever type of dog President-Elect Obama chooses for his family will tell the public a lot about himself. First and foremost, the dog should be good with children. Since the two Obama girls are still young, this should be a dog that can grow with them, play with them in a gentle manner, but still have enough energy to keep up with them. A small dog may become too stres...

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