Introduction: I am a born and educated reader, writer and teacher. I have a Masters degree from Stanford University and another from Florida State University. I have taught German at the college level, Jewelry Making to children and adults, English as a second language to adults, and Gardening to 4th graders--the latter two as a volunteer. I am currently writing two books, one of them for children. I love to help others. If I don't know the answer, I will find out, and show my student how to find out in the process. I am upbeat and know how to motivate a young person to be successful.