Attended Greer Elementary, Jonas Salk Junior High, Encina High all in Sacramento, CA. Played varsity football, basketball, baseball. Graduated from California State University, Chico in 1976 with B.A. in Recreation Administration for Special Groups. Graduated from University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA in 1988 with Masters degree in Special Education and Teaching Credentials for Regular Education (all subjects) and Learning Handicapped. Worked as a Youth Minister, private school teacher, residential treatment center, counselor for residential treatment program, and public school teacher. Was a professional mime for a number of years and started Silent Faces Mime Troupe in Sacramento, CA. Retired from teaching at age 62 in 2015.