Sandra (Wasden) Criddle

Winnemucca, NV
Family Status: Married

Children: 8
I have four daughters and four sons. My oldest three (two daughters and one son) and are in stable, happy marriages. All three have graduated from college and have degrees in Art Education, Spanish Education, and Facilities Management respectively. I have one son currently in college and will be finishing his Bachelor's in two years, then on to med school. A daughter follows in this spot, but a tragic automobile accident almost two years ago took her life. She was 19 years old. I have another son ready to head to college and another one home for his last year of high school. My youngest daughter is in the 6th grade. All of my children have been active in music, sports, and church programs and have gone through many trials and triumphs in getting to this point in their lives, particularly with the loss of their sister, who had made herself such a big part of their lives and seemed to carry a party and excitement with her wherever she went. We are healing.

Grandchildren: 5
My oldest granddaughter is 8 years old and waited until last year to FINALLY get a sibling--a beautiful adopted grandson who never stops smiling. My three other grandchildren, two boys and one girl belong to my second daughter. They are full of fun and energy and keep my daughter on her toes. She watches Super Nanny quite regularly.

After Graduation I: Went to College

College:
BYU

Career: My career has been my family with a couple of turns with teaching community children's choirs as well as private vocal and piano lessons. I've returned to full time homemaking for the moment and am loving the time to provide what I truly want to provide for my family.

5 Years from now...
Still in a beautiful marriage, but with an even greater love and appreciation for my husband, children, siblings, parents and friends.

Retirement
More time with my parents, more time for fun with my dear husband, deeper relationships with my adult children and lots of love, kisses, and surprises for my grandchildren.

Other Information:
I wish you all the best in your lives.

Linda (Joy) Weldon Nee

Jacksonville, Alabama
Family Status: Married

Children: 3
Jeanna married to Josh with grandson Caden

Danyel will marry Joe on May 31 2008

Jeremiah our youngest just graduated from JSU

Grandchildren: 1
Caden - he is the greatest

After Graduation I: Got Married

Career: Customer Service Manager Compass Bank

5 Years from now...
Retired spoiling Caden

Retirement

Rocking

Tawna (Fullmer) Noftzger

Independence, Missouri
Family Status: Married

Children: 2
We have two children: Derek age 29 married with 2 children (ages 1 and 4) and living near us in Missouri. He works for Sprint.

Tamia age 27, in a relationship, living in Denver and is a R.N. in Oncology.

Grandchildren: 2
Being a grandparent is the best experience in the world! Cassidy just turned four years old and she is a true princess and drama queen, and very smart. Isaiah just turned one year old and he is an adorable, sweet, cuddly, bright baby. They are definitely our true joy.

After Graduation I: Got Married

College:
Park University

Career: I began working for Ma Bell in 1974 and officially retired September 2007 after a very long and good career. The past seven years. I project managed large and complex telecommunications contracts, and prior to that I worked in the Training and Education department teaching via classroom and video broadcast. While working I obtained my Bachelors in Management/Human Resources. After retirement I started my own business as a Corporate Coach working in people and organizational development. My specialty is leadership development and helping people create customer loyalty strategies.

5 Years from now...
I will work part-time and do more traveling.

Retirement
I don't expect to truly retire for another ten years. However, we enjoy traveling and spending time with our families.

Other Information:
My husband Tom and I also have a wonderful two year old miniature cocker spaniel named Cayla who we love and adore, and 2 grand-puppies. One is a Bichon-Poodle and the other an Australian Shepherd. We love all of them.

Marion (Fisher) Demer

Boise, Idaho

Family Status: In a relationship

Children: 2
Liz is 26, single, and just moved to Kelowna, BC, which I’m looking forward to visiting in August. She is working as an office manager at a metal fabrication shop.

Nate is 25, married, living in Meridian and working for Coltrane Vacuum Systems.

Grandchildren: 2
Nate and his wife, Joanie, have 2 wonderful little wee ones. Landon was born in August of 2006 and is a major bundle of energy.

Cameron was born in January of this year and is a cute snuggly bundle of babyness.

After Graduation I: Went to work

College:
Boise State University

Career: After graduation, I worked a variety of jobs: KFC assistant manager, Tupperware factory worker, grocery checker, professional maid and insurance claims examiner. Since going to work of the State of Idaho in 1996, I’ve been an Accounting Trainer at Health and Welfare, a Senior Accountant at Idaho Dept of Parks and Recreation and am currently at the Office of the State Controller. I’m currently studying to become a Certified Fraud Examiner.

5 Years from now...
I’ll probably still be working for the State (the retirement benefits are looking good). Maybe where I am - and maybe not – just never know what the future may bring.

Retirement
Retirement is about 12 years out and PERSI statements are looking pretty good for the projected benefit at that time. I just keep my fingers crossed that the folks in the Statehouse don't do something really stupid that jeopardizes my retirement between now and then. Of course, I do buy a lottery ticket upon occasion, because it could happen.

Other Information:
Life is very good. My children and grandchildren are healthy, doing great and seldom asking for money. My health is good. I’m skiing, snowshoeing, biking, hiking, camping and loving life. I have a wonderful mate who is very supportive and loving. What more could a person ask of life?