Family is at the top of my list of what makes me happy. I have two lovely grown up daughters, Megan and Miranda and two fabulous twin grand boys-Imory and Maxwell. Plus, I have been married to the same sweet man, Lewis, for 37 years.

I enjoy reading magazines, young adult and adult novels, writing, gardening, shopping, and sampling foods at fancy restaurants.

I attended Johnson C. University, undergraduate school and Francis Marion University and the University of South Carolina, Graduate School. Staying current in the field of best literacy practices is super important to me.

I enjoy working with children and adults because it brings me joy to know that my work in and out classrooms will impact the lives of future leaders. Teaching, coaching, and leading are acts of service.