Karen NicksichHi, my name is KAREN NICKSICH. I am a retired teacher of thirty-four years, dog lover, bird enthusiast and children's author. I grew up in Upstate, New York with my two sisters Robin and Lisa. My mother and father were amazing parents. Every night mymother read stories to us as I grew up. It was my dream as a young child to follow in my mother's footsteps and become a teacher. I attended college in Colorado where I received my B.A. in Education. During my teaching career I taught school in Wyoming, Utah, Oklahoma and Washington. I received my Masters of Education and Gifted and Talented endorsement in Utah. Currently I am living in Washington with John, my husband, Rachel, my daughter and William, my son. Our family has two rescue dogs. Maddie, a Standard Poodle is a certified therapy dog for Love on a Leash. Gus came into our lives one year ago. He is a Golden Retriever. Our family is also taking care of four guinea pigs while our son is working on his Masters in Social Works. We call them the Guinea Gals. I love to listen the guinea pigs go Week, Week in the morning. I am very grateful to have a family that supports my dream of writing. Never stop following your dream. Thank you for reading Gus Finds a New Friend. www.pet-angelreader.com Read More Read Less