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Travelwriter

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Gender: Female

Status: Widowed

Ethnicity: Caucasian

Religion: Christian/Protestant

Location:
Las Vegas, Nevada
United States

School:
Stephen F. Austin State University
Sam Houston State University- M.Ed Touro University in Vegas

Work:
I am the founder of Never Alone International for widows and widowers traveling or not. All my work is volunteer. I am also a retired teacher and writer. My official title is Active Seniors Travel Examiner for Examiner.com The travel agency is basically for me to use for my own discounts for family, etc

Hometown(s):
Houston,TX
Deer Park, TX
Madisonville,TX
Grand Prairie, TX
McKinny, TX and finally Las Vegas, NV

My Websites:
www.neveraloneinternational.com- template
www.neveraloneinternational.org under construction
http://www.examiner.com/x-11122-Active-Seniors-Travel-Examiner

Quote:
God has not given us the spirit of fear, but of power and love and a sound mind.2 Timothy 1:7 For Eye has not seen nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things that God has prepared for those who love Him. 1 Corinthinans 2:9

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About Me

"Who am I? That is a huge thing to write about, since I am not the typical woman. I am a Christian with a very strong faith in God. I am a widow since March 5th ,2009, but I am committed to living each day to the fullest, with no regrets! " My main focus lately is building connections with our widows and widowers in the group Never Alone International at www.neveraloneinternational.com and on this website under grief & loss. Active Seniors Travel Examiner: Sharon A. Newton, M.Ed. I have a passion for travel and a love of people. I am an active member of ITWPA (International Travel Writers & Photographers Alliance and American Writers & Artists Inc. (AWAI). I am retired teacher from with over 30 years experience in the public school system. I also taught Psychology at San Jacinto Jr. College in Texas.

Interests:

I love the water and it doesn't matter if it is a lake or the ocean. My favorite places are around beaches anywhere in the world. I love laughing, making new friends, snorkeling, Movies, dining, swimming, dancing (although a little rusty), travel, especially on cruise ships, meeting new people, writing articles about the places I go, photography, reading and ministering to others. I love seeing people in my group become friends. It makes my heart so happy to bring others joy!

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Time and good friends heal the hurt!

I am so glad that things do not ever stay the way they are. As time goes on and I am able to connect with loving , caring, intelligent friends, my pain of loss is beginning to diminish. I know that my late hubby is in a better place and I know he wanted me to go on with life and not just exist. Talking with others in the groups, whether they are widowed, divorced or have been single for years, I find that we are all the same. We are lonely and longing for that love of our life again. Wanting to be held and feel that closeness is universal. Being able to discuss things in a nonthreatening environment has sure helped me a lot. The more I listen to others and talk to you , the better I feel. I still have bouts with tears, but it is not quite so overpowereing any more, thanks to you!

Lots of love & hugs to you & yours,

Sharon

Added: June 18, 2009
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mlhaarp21 says:

Hola: sorry I did not meet the gang in Vegas. I ended up going on an all-day trip to the Grand Canyon. By the time we got back it was late. I trust a good time was had by all.

Posted: November 2, 2009 5:35PM EST