“I’m a nurse by trade and was traveling a lot, auditing physicians’ offices for a Medicare HMO. I’ve always loved to read, but it was getting to be an expensive habit. So everywhere I went, I tracked down used bookstores. “One day I was working … Continue readingPerfect anniversary present — her own bookstore
“I’m a sophomore at IMPACT Early College High School. I just want better for myself and for my family, and I think this is a good opportunity. I hope to pursue chemical engineering. I like science and math, so I’m leaning toward that as a … Continue readingEducation focus means study, study, study
“I did security in the military for 14 years with the Army infantry and spent time in Iraq, Germany and Korea. “When we were stationed in Iraq, we helped to allow the country’s very first presidential elections. Even though the elections were open to the … Continue readingProud of role in Iraq’s first presidential election
As a college security officer, do students take you seriously? “It’s 50-50, and we probably have the media to thank for some of that. With all the movies that have comedians doing security stuff, it kind of gives people a bad perception of us. “I … Continue readingCollege security officer just trying to do his job
“Ever since I was little, I’ve wanted to become a doctor. I’ve always been interested in helping people. “We used to live in Matamoros, Mexico, and most of my family there studied to be teachers. They thought I was going to be a teacher, too, … Continue readingGrandfather’s diabetes battle leads to career goal
“I’m a professional student. I’m 61, and I never quit learning. I’m kind of semiretired now. But instead of sitting around doing nothing, when it’s time for me to learn something and I can’t get it out of my mind, I just do it. “I … Continue reading‘Professional student’ never stops learning
“I did drugs for about 15 years and considered myself an addict for about a year and a half. It started as experimentation as a kid, and it just progressed. When I hit meth, it got really bad. “The lowest point was when I started … Continue readingFormer drug addict now seeking to counsel others
“My cousin and I started this as a venture online, and it’s been growing from there. She’s the artistic one. She loves crocheting, making these cool figures. And in case you couldn’t tell, Green Lantern is my favorite comic book character. I just love the … Continue readingCrochet characters fun online venture
“Have you ever heard of ‘Dirty Jobs,’ that TV show where Mike Rowe used to do these jobs that nobody wants to do? One of his jobs was similar to what I did in the Air Force. “We provided fuel system support for any aircraft, … Continue readingHis ‘dirty job’ helped keep Air Force flying
“I just came back from out of town. For six years now, I’ve worked for companies that provide fresh air and other safety equipment and services for shutdown projects at industrial plants. I’ve moved from job to job all over Texas, Louisiana and Kansas. We … Continue reading‘I’m looking to settle down into a more normal life’