Background & Major Influences: Born in The Netherlands. Immigrated to Montreal (LACHINE) Canada in the 1969. I have lived in 11 different countries, speak 5 different languages and have worked in Switzerland, Spain, The Sultanate of Oman and the United States of America. The most adventurous employment of my 30 year teaching career was from 1981-1984 with The Flint School....on board two Tall Ships (TeVega/TeQuest) from 1981-84. My duties involved teaching English, Spanish and working as a Galley Bosun. I am married , mother of 4  (ages 16-29)...and presently enjoying my work as a High School Drama teacher in Haliburton Canada. The foundation of my teaching career was built in Calgary Alberta where two of my children are now residing. I have recently completed a Masters Degree in Para-Psychic Sciences and am currently pursuing a PHD in Holistic Ministries. My passion is acting and improv and am enthusiastic about launching a One Woman Show which encompasses an exploration of the  mind body and soul expression of my life experiences. MAJOR INFLUENCES: My family and teachers....Integral Spirituality...A  Course in Miracles...Books by Eckhart Tolle...Marianne Williamson...Louise Hay...the healing power of music and laughter and love...meditation and prayer...A recent cancer diagnosis...