As an elementary school teacher, I always loved working with my students on arts and crafts. Now that I'm retired, I am able to explore some of my many interests. These have included traveling overseas, learning about other cultures, sightseeing, and visiting museums and other places on my " bucket list". I like to read, cook,volunteer my time, and swim, My husband of almost 33 years and my father are sources of inspiration for me. I am blessed to be the mother of adult twin sons.