My first cat was named Cowboy, after the Dallas Cowboys.

I don't think I'm portrayed in the media the way I really am - but then who is?

I can't wish I weren't something that I am.

I hope to continue writing. I hope to continue teaching.

I was sports editor for my high school newspaper, but I think I shied away from journalism.

I decided to go to Latin America because many of my students in Washington emigrated from this region and inspired me to learn more about their home countries.

Luckily I've had a lot of great friends that I've had for a long time.