About Amy & Colleen

Amy





Colleen - Mom of two - Lucy (four) and John (two) and teacher for ten years.  I love my family and my job, just trying to find a way to sit down and enjoy em'.  I work hard all year to enjoy summers at the beach and pool with my kids.  When I am not grading or playing Candyland I try to work out, read and watch Game of Thrones - there really isn't anything more to life.  Is there?


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