I was born in Montgomery, AL. and spent most of my childhood days there, but we also lived in Bay Minette and Tuscaloosa. I received my undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Alabama (Roll Tide). I later earned my Masters in Early Childhood Education from the University of Mississippi (Go Rebels). I have been married for 32 years to my high school sweetheart, Paul, who was a career Army officer. I had the privilege of following him all over the world for 23 years, until he retired and we made Florence our permanent home. We have two wonderful children. Elizabeth, who also graduated from the University of Alabama, and Will is a junior at Belmont University in Nashville. I taught first grade at Kilby for seven years and this is my third year as the ARI Reading Coach. I love to spend time with my family, travel, cook and read.
