Retired school counselor. Past President Miami-Dade County and Florida School Counselor Associations.; Past Vice-President American School Counselor Association.; Past Elementary School Counselor of the Year for the American School Counselor Association. Author of two books: "Mr. Germain Goes to Antarctica," and "Ten Top Topics for School Counselors." Enjoy writing poetry, painting, and music. Live half year in South Florida and half year in the mountains of North Carolina.