Corkern Introduction

Hi, I’m Myndee. I’m 32, married with 2 children. I work here at Loyola University, in the Academic Resource Center. I attended Bible College, but want to further my education and take classes when I am able. My husband, Luis, is also a student here, set to graduate next May.

Most of my time is spent either working or caring for my kids, Kadence, who is 2 and a half, and Gavin, who just turned 1. They are a blast and really keep my hands full. However, I have a couple of hobbies as well. I enjoy photography, and I recently started a small business called Fresh GraNOLA. I make and sell eco friendly laundry powder- that smells delicious. It’s really nice to have something that I can work on and call my own. Plus, I am enjoying the marketing aspect of the business more than I expected. Childbirth education is another passion of mine. If time permits, one day I would like to become a doula, which is someone who helps the laboring mother and her partner achieve the birth they desire  (most often a medication free birth) by offering support and encouragement.

Some of the concerns I have about the world we live in are our environment. I want our children to grow up in a safe place. Also, chemical safety is something that concerns me. Most people use various amounts of cosmetics and/or household cleaners every day, and many of them are not regulated, so we do not know what potential harmful ingredients are in them. I have been educating myself and my family, and we take steps to reduce the amount of chemicals which are in our home. While I have concerns about these things, and we do our part, they do not consume too much of my time or energy.

I’m looking forward to this class and getting to e-know all of you.