powerspunch's profile

Eons member since

Feb 22, 2007

Age, Gender

64, Female

Location

Madison, TN

Relationship

Married

Places I've been

Dickinson H S, Wilmington, Del. University of Delaware, Iowa State University Zoology major political science minor labor journalist freelance writer web designer

More about me

UPDATE!! My last day to work is July 11. I finally got it in my head that there is so much more to do than I have time for. I put in for my pension and my social security. My official retirement date is July 31, 2008. (employed by the union for 27 years, 1 month and 16 days.)

Well, I'm still working full-time. I've been with the same employer for over 26 years, although they've changed names many times. From United Paperworkers Union to PACE to USW, now.

For many years I was a journalist for the UPIU and PACE newspapers/magazines. I was also the webmaster for PACE. When the merger with the Steelworkers came about, I was relieved of all my duties. It's been disappointing and often frustrating. Recently, I've been thrown a "bone" or two --researching the many industrial worksites where members are and being "in charge" of posting items to the USW District areas of the website. No creativity needed.

I have written one novel (in conjunction with my sister) titled Loose Screws -- the link will take you to a website, where you can read about the book.

I am in the process of writing another work of fiction--a family saga.

I crochet, paint silk scarves, do some beadwork. I also sew and embroider concentrating on crewel work.

I'm a voracious reader and I love music.

I follow politics regularily, especially local issues.

Activities

Computing, writing, quilting, playing with my new embroidery/sewing machine, silk painting, designing websites

Favorite Charities

Salvation Army, North Shore Animal League, National Public Radio

Favorite Music

Good old Rock'n'Roll, classical-except chamber music, jazz and some show tunes, if they have good lyrics

Favorite TV Shows

Countdown on MSNBC, CSI, House, The Closer, Rescue Me, The Riches

Favorite Movies

Cat Ballou, Conspiracy, anything with Eddie Izzard, sarcastic humor

Favorite Books

Chasing Athena's Shadow, Cold Mountain, Angela's Ashes

Favorite Quotes

"I used to be Snow White, but I drifted." anything muttered by Groucho Marx or Mae West.

Favorite People

My husband Dean, daughter Teresa, son-in-law Angel, best buddy Rose, niece Amity and her family. Other people are some I work with or have worked with.

Favorite Places

Our new front porch, or old back deck and Lot 23 Defeated Creek Campground near Carthage, TN

Favorite Animals

All my goofy dogs and cats, here in TN or over the Rainbow Bridge

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