Mary Browne:  

Raised two daughters with my husband, living in Western, MA for most of that time. Worked in fitness for a few years, including work at a "world class" health resort in the Berkshires. That got unfulfilling, despite access to the luxurious workout equipment and spaces, so I moved on to my original intended field, teaching. Beginning with teaching wonderful adults from other countries to speak English more fluently (reminded me that I knew an English learner in Somerville High -- a nice guy). After several years, I went on to work in Special Education. Currently working in a substantially separate classroom with some great students. It's challenging, but every day has some fun and enjoyment. I love drawing, painting, and taking walks (which comes in handy when I travel), all activities I loved when I was in high school. One friend and I would take such long walks sometimes that we would fee like we'd never make it to our respective homes. I've done some traveling in Europe and have made extended visits to Egypt, where one of my daughters lived for over ten years. When I travel, I like to do so on my own, or rather, with my family, rather than with groups, so we can do what...Expand for more