PRESENTLY, I am retired from the state of Illinois. I was employed with the following departments: The department of Agriculture, The department on aging, Human services, Mental health services Touch beyond I assisted with the fi re department in Tamms, IL. As a volunteer and also the neighborhood watch program. I organized a parent group for the high school in that area as well. My professional positions were as follows: Social services in long term care, Medical technology in medical laboratory, in the Midwest part of the U.S. Over 20 years' experience. Education: I earned my degrees in: social and human services, Management and leadership. I attended S.I.U. AT CARBONDALE, IL. IL STATE UNIVERSITY, GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY Reach your IN ILL. I did enjoy married life. I have two sons and a handsome grandson. They have been my inspiration in writing my poetry. I also have a music background. I want to share with the world, my poetry, and let readers know: never give up. Where there is a will, there is a way. Keep faith, hope, and prayer on the main line.