Alan Ridgeway:  

I have 6 chickens and 2 dogs. My best friend would tell you I'm loyal and ruthless, but people who don't know me very well would probably describe me as standoffish. My current age is 55. When I was 12, I thought that people my age now would be retired and traveling. I was so completely right and wrong. Ann Martin made me realize that a teacher could look incredible and be absolutely brilliant. She inspired me to want to do more with my math studies which helped with my school, and lifes experiences. Mary Finn was an inspiration and wonderful confidant thoughout highschool and working with her encouraged me to read everything. The best teacher I ever had was my mother, Dorothy R. Ridgeway. She read to me before I was born, encouraged me to be open to all types of music. Taught me about family, history, science, cookin...Expand for more