Mother, artist, computer teacher, computer consultant,
art teacher, sister, bi-lingual (French and English),
builder, jogger, nutrition oriented, romantic, dreamer, nature lover, do-it-yourselfer
Piscean.
As a Maine resident,
I was a former member of the Art Guild of the Kennebunks in Kennebunkport,
Maine. Later, as a New Hampshire resident,
I was a member of the Wakefield Arts Council, Wakefield, New Hampshire;
a member of the Maine Art Education Association; a member of the Governor
Wentworth Arts Council, Wolfeboro, New Hampshire and a member of the Wolfeboro
Professional Arts Association, Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. Then I moved back
to Owls Head, Maine where I displayed in local galleries and shops. I belong
to River Arts Gallery, Damiriscotta, Maine. In 2016 I opened my home studio/gallery
in Owls Head and open on weekends during the summer.
- Born and raised in Maine. I went to a St. Joseph's
grammar school, k-8. While at St. Joseph's, I earned both French and
English diplomas. Nine years of French education required that students
speak French for half a day with the nuns and with other students. The
second half was English. We studied French subjects as well as English
subjects. I was proud of the achievement and that reflected in my grade.
I graduated 2nd in my eight grade class. Madeleine B. bested my efforts.
I believe she was annoyed at my nipping at her heels. We were great
rivals, yet, she deserved her status. Madeleine worked as hard as I.
I never did get to say it then, but, congrats, Madelein B.!
- Having spent so much time studying French and coming
home to a French household, I inadverdently picked up a few annoying
habits (annoying to me). I sometimes write or say things backwards because
French Grammar is sometimes backwards when translated to English. Other
times, I may pronounce an English word with a terrifically "thick" French
accent. My ears ring and the resultant sound makes me laugh. It is a
little embarassing... Oh, well :-)
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- Whenever I stumble across French speaking individuals,
I introduce myself and have a good time communicating with someone from
Canada, France or whatever country they may come from. I bumped into
two French young men while hiking Mount Washington one summer. I hinted
that I hiked all the way from Canada. After an incredulous look from
both of them, I admitted that I was kidding. They actually believed
I trekked over from Canada! They complimented my French. That was nice.
I have frogotten lots of French since my school days. Still, I'm sure
the nuns would be proud.
My greatest feats:
- Actually
building my Post and Beam home.
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- A 12 year relationship with one wonderful
guy and loving him, no matter how grumpy he may
sometimes be.