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Subject: Who/What/Where
Author: Debbie	[ Next Thread \| Previous Thread \| Next Message \| Previous Message ] Date Posted: 14:22:16 01/10/03 Fri Moving on from the previous Larking About With Robin shtick... What are you up to these days, and where in the world are you? (Texas being The Best, naturally...) [ Next Thread \| Previous Thread \| Next Message \| Previous Message ]

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Robin
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Date Posted: 17:52:27 01/12/03 Sun

Okay, I'll go first.

Who: still me, but pretty different from high school days--a lot more assertive, a lot more realistic, and a lot more optimistic, too! I met my husband, Martin, over the internet three years ago, and we got married in July. My ex-boyfriends and ex-husband are still good friends, but Martin is my best friend.

What: I've been a secretary, silversmith's assistant, mortgage loan officer, and a junior real estate appraiser. I started working for a large engineering firm in 1990 as a copy editor, then a project administrator (with 5 years on a highway/tunnel construction site in Hawaii), and am now a computer graphics "do-er" and trainer. I train people in graphics software, desktop publishing, photo retouching, and presentation skills, and I love it! Unfortunately, I don't have much time these days for hobbies except for the occasional website, reading (both fiction and non), and playing PC games.

Where: I came to London in 1997 as the oldest exchange student ever, I suspect, after finally going back to college and getting a degree in International Studies from Hawaii Pacific University. In 2003, the where will be in the States, though--most likely San Antonio, Austin, or Sarasota, Florida. Since Martin is British, we are now dealing with a sea of immigration paperwork, courtesy of the INS.

And short answers to my posted questions before they get archived:

1. I regret not having kept up with drum lessons and bought a drum kit (although I couldn't afford them at the time anyway)

2. The best place I've been: New Zealand, although my favorite place is Cozumel (what is it with me and islands?!)

3. Think - Laugh - Forgive

4. Literature, because it has more ways to get into your mind and heart than art does

Now it's your turn!

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Kim Kuentz Melchert
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Date Posted: 15:28:49 01/13/03 Mon

Who? Kim Melchert, now. Wife and Mommy. In my early 30's I met my husband, Steve, over the internet and married him 4 mos later. An answered prayer.

What? Now, living my lifelong dream as a wife and mother. Before Steve, I worked in the banking industry for over 10 yrs and then returned to school to get my teaching creditials. Equipped with a business degree and certified to teach elementary ed, I got married, got pregnant and began life. Now after 7 years of marriage to a great guy and being a full-time mommy to 4 kids, 5 and under, I couldn't be happier.

I still play my flute, mostly for my church, and hope someday to join a nonprofessional local group here in Richmond.

Where? Immediatly after getting married, I moved to Richmond VA, to be with my husband and his family. Steve is a Software Architect and Consultant. Being 1 of 6 kids, I would have been the *last* kid to move away from SA and our close-knit family, much less, out of state. Living in VA is wonderful; beautiful seasons, hour and 1/2 from DC, VA Beach, and mountain ski slopes. But regretfully, a 24 hr drive from Helotes. (a *drive* (they don't fly) my mom and dad endure a couple times a year)

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Jana Ricks Munson
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Date Posted: 03:05:12 01/27/03 Mon

Who: Formerly Jana Ricks, class of '79, played the flute
What: Graduated from Texas A&M, class of '83, with a degree in biomedical science. Met my future husband, Doug, my last semester there. He was finishing his master's degree. We married right after I graduated. (Today is our 18th wedding anniversary.) We moved to Mississippi, where we both worked for Miss. State Univ. I worked for 5 yrs as a research technician. Then I switched gears & worked on my Master's of Management, otherwise known as MOM. (Mothers - you know what I'm talking about!) We have 2 children: Matt, 15 yrs old & Heather, 13 yrs old.
Where: We later moved to Emmett, Idaho (about 40 mins northwest of Boise). We have lived here now for 11/12 yrs. Emmett reminds me a lot of Helotes in the old days. It's a fairly small, rural, bedroom community. Doug works for Idaho Fish & Game as a fisheries pathologist. When our youngest started preschool, I slowly re-entered the work force. I worked part-time for awhile as a receptionist at an eye doctor's & as a substitute teacher. When both the kids were in school fulltime, I went to work as a special resource assistant for our rural schools. I enjoyed working with students so much that I did something I swore I'd NEVER do - go back to college! I obtained my teaching certificate 3 yrs ago. I taught 6th grade for 2 yrs. This year, I moved to our Jr. High & High school, where I teach life science & biology. I also was given the assignment of yearbook adviser at the high school. We even have a yearbook from Churchill H.S. in our room! And, would you believe it - our mascot here is the HUSKIES! The amazing thing to me is that since being at the high school, my own high school years have come flooding back to me! I have had so many memories coming back & had been reminiscing quite a lot about my old Ram Band days & looking through my old yearbooks. The band here only has about 8-10 students. That's right - it's no typo! I try not to laugh & shake my head in disbelief. Actually, the newest band director has made some improvement in the band's performance. However, when compared with the AWESOME experience I've shared with y'all ..... what can I say? Right before Christmas, I got on the internet to look up any possible info on my old alma mater & especially the band. Right after Christmas, I got a forwarded message from my brother, Randy (who now lives in Calif.), who had received an e-mail from Mark. I was so pleasantly surprised & excited! I was especially excited to learn about the reunion in April! Alas, my brother's son is going to be graduating from Marine bootcamp that same weekend & my whole family will be attending in San Diego to celebrate with him. So I guess I will have to make a future reunion instead (boohoo). I welcome any correspondance from my former band mates - I'd love to re-establish connections! I'm jealous of all y'all that live close enough that you can still get together for fun! I love living in Idaho, but sometimes I do get lonely for what might have been had I stayed closer to my hometown. If any of y'all want to check out the great northwest, come & see us! After years of basically living on one paycheck (& a state gov't paycheck at that - no one gets rich working for Fish & Game!) the accomodations are humble, but comfortable. Until we meet again ...

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