For the past seven years, after leaving the classroom to teach independently, I have served as a dyslexia consultant & coach / reading specialist / screener. I provide dyslexia simulations upon request, give piano lessons, and play the organ and keyboard for my church. I have served on the board of the International Dyslexia Association - Kentucky Branch in the capacity of vice president and events coordinator, as well as compiled information for the newsletter. One of my passions is writing poetry about dyslexia.