I have been married for 38 years and have 2 adult children and 4 1/2 grandchildren. I graduated June 1982 from Cal State University Los Angeles, CA with a BA in Child Development. I received my Diversified Teaching Credential and was an Elementary school teacher 1984-2012 and am now retired. I currenly split my time between Meridian, ID where my mom lives and Laurel, MT where my husband and I live on a 40 acre farm/ranch. We are raising 4 cows, 3 chickens, 5 cats and 2 dogs. Living in 2 places has given me the unique opportunity to belong to 2 parishes, a very enriching experience. I grew up, the oldest of 6 children and as a cradle Catholic, in Southern California. I have a wonderful, loving family and a very dear husband and 2 dear sons. I like to listen to Catholic family radio and am inspired by the hosts of many of the wonderful programs to share little insights that help me become a better person.