I met Deirdre through Capella University. We met in Dallas, Tx during a colloquia. We bonded instantly. Dee is attractive, ambitious, a leader, smart, funny, and determined to obtain her PhD. We share the same characteristics and determination. We met almost six years ago. Along the way, I became seriously ill, divorced, and ran out…
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Working Hard in the Yard on July 4th by Sheila Pope
Thanks to Ms. V, my 70-year-old neighbor, I got my front yard back into shape quickly on Independence Day (July 4th). Yes, I spent my holiday cutting the yard. I love the idea of cutting my own grass and maintaining my yard. Ms. V loves to take care of her yard too. There are three…
Small Beginnings by Sheila Pope
Today, my five-year old daughter pointed out that our grapes were growing. I immediately rushed to see the growth. I was shocked at how much the grapes had grown. Last year, I planted the grape plant in a different location. I could tell my plant was not flourishing; so, I moved it to its own…
Working in My New Studio: The Garage by Sheila Pope
I love the commercial that asks: If Bill Gates, Micheal Dell, and Steve Jobs created products that changed the world in their garage, why can’t you? I responded: I can and will! I have a home office, but my children are too noisy to make videos. It is difficult to wait for them to go…
Reinventing Yourself by Sheila Pope
Almost two years ago, I attended a Teaching and Learning Excellence Center (TLEC) workshop on how to develop a winning proposal to submit to book publishers. Two powerful African-American females presented. One presenter was an editor for a major publishing house and the other presenter was an editor with a successful publication record. They explained the…
My Coming Out Story by Sheila Pope
It seems like celebrities are coming out and telling the world their secrets every day. Finally, I feel comfortable enough to share my secret too. No, I am not gay; however, I am a homeowner! Yes, a year ago I decided to purchase a home. No, this is not my first new home. I purchased…
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