speamerfam
speamerfam
Female
August 21, 2008
Teacher
Community / Jr. College
English / Literature / Writing
University of Pittsburgh-Main Campus - Pittsburgh, PA, US (1981 - 1984)
Carlow University - Pittsburgh, PA, US (2005 - 2008)
I love reading, writing, teaching, and learning, and my children call me a supernerd. I also enjoy gardening and swimming, both of which get my nose out of a book at least sometimes.
Biography
I have been an attorney for over 25 years and decided to change careers one day. I love teaching because, unlike law, everyone is on the same side! Or at least, I hope so. Between us, my late husband and I have had five children and nine grandchildren. Our children's ages range from the 40s to the 20s, and I must say, I have enjoyed every stage of their lives.
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