srhgompf

I am a 55 year old cancer survivor. I'm married and have two adult children - both with families.

I recently resigned my teaching job to care for ill parents. I am ready to hone my craft and write stories from the ideas I've jotted down over the years.
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SDSU: Teaching Credential & BA in Liberal Studies, SWC: AA in General Studies

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  • Cinco De Mayo Crafts for Kids
    Children can utilize three crafts to prepare the table for their Cinco de Mayo fiesta!
  • The Black Waters of Echo's Pond
    The storyline of The Black Waters Of Echo's Pond follows a group of nine friends on vacation who find a game that brings out the worst in each of them as they play it.
  • The Visit
    The death of a grandfather affects a child in more ways than expected.
  • Mitzi and the Vision
    A childhood tragedy is amplified when a young girl's precognitive abilities awaken.
  • The Old Man
    What happens when an old man collapses and his wife with Alzheimer's doesn't recognize the gravity of the situation?
  • Alzheimer's Vs. Deafness
    My mother has Alzheimer's. My father has a brain tumor and is nearly deaf. Their communications (or lack of) create a type of humor that makes being their caretaker an enjoyable experience.
  • My Dad Has an Inoperable Brain Tumor
    An elderly man with a brain tumor hides the symptoms of a stroke during a visit to his doctor.
  • Avian Serial Killer
    An anticipated trip home with a frugal boyfriend turns into a lengthy detour and a fright at the Oregon Caves.
  • The Hospice Card
    When a wife diagnosed with Alzheimer's asks about the Hospice card taped to the wall, what will her dying husband tell her?
  • How a Corneal Abrasion Alters One Woman's Perspective
    Yesterday morning, when I woke up, I noticed that my right eye hurt. I went to the bathroom, turned on the light and winced. It felt like someone had stabbed me right in the eye.
  • Lost Children, Sex Education and Challenging Behavior
    Even a well prepared field trip has it's moments when it's springtime at the zoo.
  • At the Hospital with Mom
    What happens when a diabetic Alzheimer's victim collapses at home with high blood sugar?

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