I graduated from Texas A&M University in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science in Education, Curriculum & Instruction (EDCI/Secondary Education) and I have lifetime certifications in both English Literature and History. Though this is my 20th year to teach public school, I also spent a decade as a freelance writer and book critic for newspapers and magazines. This is my 12th year to teach English in Fort Worth and my7th year at Heights. I met my archaeologist-turned-building contractor husband (Bryan) while we were in college together and we have been married for 35 years. We have three grown sons --Greyson, (Fort Worth) Tucker (Houston with his wife Abby--Grandbaby #1 due January 2022 ) and Wilder (with his fiance Alex in Berkeley, California). All our sons are products of Fort Worth schools. I enjoy all A&M sports, listening to podcasts, hiking , practicing yoga, reading books and looking for vintage/antique finds in junk shops.