Hi!  Welcome to my web page and blog.  I am passionate about teaching and photography and seek to inspire others through both endeavors.  My parents gave me the name of Christi Michelle when I entered the world, my friends call me Chris.  I hold the title of Mom, daughter, sister, niece, cousin, friend, and teacher.  I am grateful for those that have given me each of these titles. I am a life long seeker of wisdom and adventure.  I love live music, it moves me! Did someone say road trip?  Let me grab my camera and let's go!  This is ME, it is who I am, it is who I hope to be.  Let's get inspired!

10 Random facts about me:

1.  I love all music, my favorite is Country.

2.  I am in my happy place at any live music venue.

3.  I graduated from high school with a class of 28 students.

4.  I played college basketball and I still have "game".  I can shoot the ball and it goes in the hoop!

5.  I enjoy eating out, I like hot drinks on a cold day and cold drinks on a hot day.

6.  I like chocolate.

7.  I run 5K, 10K, and Half-marathons, not to win the race, but to help balance #5 and #6 on my list.

8.  I drive my Mustang convertible on long road trips and sunny days.

9.  I drive a Chevy pick-up on other days.

10.  I have a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education & Health, a Master's Degree in Education and a PhD in Life.  The first two degrees are real, the PhD is an ongoing life experience.