I grew up in the midwest, one of 7 children. I now live in the Pacific Northwest, where culture and climate are very different. It is beautifu here, but so are the perfectly straight rows of tall, green corn, in Iowa, blowing in the wind. The things I miss most are the good, old Iowa blizzards, the rolling thunderstorms, family and friends. I am retired from teaching 5 and 6 year olds. It was a challenging, exhausting but rewarding career. I am married, have 2 children and 2 grandchildren, who give me many good memories and much pleasure.