I am a teacher at John Marshall Middle School . I teach 6th and 7th grade science. I have one daughter who is also a Biology/Anatomy and Physiology teacher in Houston , Texas. I am also a printmaker ( artist) . From time to time I enjoy playing the harp and violin. My hobbies are the following , reading , collecting dolls, cooking , planting flowers , serving as a missionary and participating in praise dancing at my church . Every summer , I make it a priority to travel and spend quality time with  family and friends .