...The moments I found most profound and life-changing in my education were those face-to-face encounters in a teacher's office where the difficult concept or skill finally clicked in a way I could understand. That is the experience of studying English (reading, writing, test prep, etc.) that I hop... (read more)
...While in high school, I competed in numerous Journalism Events, placing at the highest possible level for my state in Headline Writing. I also placed at the highest level in several other events between my sophomore, junior, and senior years of high school. I have developed training manuals as well as directly trained fellow employees for four years in three major areas. (read more)
...I have proficient understanding of English grammar and have mastered most popular methods of citation. I'm available to share the modest knowledge I have accumulated in my years. I know how to read and write about literature and I can help prepare you for tests. (read more)
...I took early retirement in 2000 and moved to Athens, Texas to care of my mom and stepdad when they both became ill at the same time. They are both gone now. I am a CASA volunteer, a Henderson County Master Gardener, and volunteer for The East Texas Arboretum. (read more)