Pat Gratias:  

Story has not changed much in the 40 plus years since h.s. graduation. Has it, can it....really have been 47 years since graduation? Am still learning constantly, taking classes, (mostly vocal/musical) at local junior colleges. Married, with three adult children, two sons-one daughter, five grandchildren-4 boys and one very precious granddaughter. I am a Christian, devoted to my faith. I sing as soloist in church, in duets, trios, groups, in choir. Sing at weddings, funerals. Just love music, always have, always will! Most recently hired to work in semi-professional Christmas Carolers Ensemble for the Christmas season....will perform at restaurants, malls, various events....dressed in full regalia. Love this so much! Not as shy as I believe I used to be. I remember feeling painfully shy sometimes; but loved people nonetheless. Loved school...just loved school so much! Loved most of my teachers, especial Senora Smith in Senior English Class and Spanish. She was a dear...and a great instructor. Really liked Ms. West in Journalism as well. Remember NOT liking Algebra/Geometry-UGH! But, now am actually at my age really interested in Algebra. May take a class soon, believe it or not?! Finally figuring it out! ha.ha. Better late than never, right? I am very interested in the world around me, people, current events, politics, past and current civilizations. Always loved history as well. One thought com...Expand for more