I am from Center, Texas and moved to Tyler in 1988. In Tyler, I attended Tyler Junior College and UT Tyler on a music scholarship. I majored in Early Childhood Education and English. I graduated from UT Tyler in 1993 and was fortunate to begin working at Troup Elementary that same year. I have 2 wonderful children, Connor and Reagan. I am also fortunate to have 2 bonus daughters and son-in-laws and 4 grandchildren. I love to read and spending time with my wonderful family.