I am the mother of Antonio and Cristina and have two more grea tchildren by their marriages: Veronique( to Antonio) and John (to Cristina). The are all my great kids. I am also the grandmother of Diego and am so proud of all. I am a speech language pathologist with two masters degrees and who has now retired from the school systems but still work helping all ages in homes, group homes, and preschools. My job is now wonderful. My families are respectful and appreciative. I become a part of their families. I grew up as the oldest of 7 children and on the back of a horse.Doors were not even locked then. It was a very good, safe childhood. My extended family from New York to New Orleans are wonderful and have helped make me who I am. I can tell by how my children have turned out that the thankless, hard work of parenting pays off in a very special way.
