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About me:

I was born in Calgary on January 29, 1954. I have three siblings ranging in age from 28 to 50. I married when I was 18 and have two children, Jesse and Nahani.

Many of the people closest to me have died. I am going to create a tribute to each of them here on this page in my "Dead Friends and Relatives Gallery". I'm not morbid; I just have a warped sense of humour.

I am a teacher at the North Surrey Learning Centre in Surrey, B.C. I am responsible for a modern computer lab and computer courses as well as Accounting (Grades 11 & 12) and Psychology (Grade 12). My job is great because NSLC is an alternate school, which provides individualized self-paced courses, which can lead to high school graduation. The students are phenomenal. The staff is pretty good, too!

At the moment I am using my wheelchair full-time (as I had surgery on my leg on January 9^th). In addition to a "bad" leg, I have hereditary neurological disorders, which cause my extremities and my head to tremor. I also have difficulty with co-ordination and balance. This makes some things difficult for me, but on the whole I do just fine. One of the questions I am often asked is "Do the students accept you?" The answer is overwhelmingly YES. I think I am a good role model to have in the school system. In addition, I think that students stop noticing my disabilities in a very short time and begin to notice my abilities and willingness to help. When at my best I use a cane for balance. It also helps to keep people from coming too close when I'm standing. I have more difficulty maintaining balance if someone brushes by me or a room is crowded.

If we meet, feel free to ask me about my disability. It is easier than just wondering about it…

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