Sharon, other than your children, what is it that you are the proudest of your accomplishments over the past 40 years?

"Let's see, my proudest accomplishment was when I completed my Certificate of Concentration at ASU West in Women's Studies, 1995. President Lattie Coor was proud of me too; I was the only one that got a big hug from him!

I worked for ASU for 12 years as an Executive Assistant to the Provost and Office Manager. I retired from the state three years ago. Prior to that I worked 8 years for Peoria Unified School District as an Administrative Secretary. I am divorced, have two children and two grandchildren. My son (33) and daughter (28) are both in the airline business so I travel quite a bit. Some of my travels have taken me to Greece, England, Spain, France, Puerto Rico, Bahamas, St. Thomas, St. John, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Encinada, Alaska, and Hawaii. My next trip is Italy in November.

I love history (funny, I hated it in HS!) and to see all the architecture of the old world, the various cultures and art that is so prevalent abroad.

Currently I am involved in volunteer activities and reside in Mesa, AZ. I am looking forward to seeing everyone in October."

06/17/09 Update

As a "younger" parent, involved in school activities as homeroom mother, holding office in PTA, after school activities and sports as my children came up through school. A career in education for over 20 years, administrative & executive support positions at K-12 then ASU and ASU West. Education, ASU West - Certificate Women's Studies, 1995.

Retirement! Involved in state and city government, non-profit organizations, have held office on several boards, committees, specialized training, graduate of several citizen academies, local, state, and congressional campaign support, legislative district and republican women involvement, written on-line news for several newspapers, community involvement on diverse issues. Ministry and church leadership in areas such as women, young adult, single, prayer, hospital/homebound visitation, events, small groups, facilitator. Trip to Mexico orphanage, Malawi trip upcoming, local efforts of ministry.

Have traveled to Greece, England, Spain, France, Italy, Puerto Rico, Bahamas, St. Thomas, St. John, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Encinada, Alaska, and Hawaii, Maui. I love history, architecture abroad, learning about various cultures and art.

Proud grandparent, 4 grandkids, son and daughter have beautiful families, career, and spouses! Looking forward to the next 40 years and all it has to offer!