Penny Firkser Shore
Marital Status:
Married 9 years
Children?
1 - Spencer is six
Grandchildren?
A little early for grandchildren … Spencer's still in kindergarten
Education:
yes … the school of experience (they don't issue degrees, but you really remember what you learn)
Occupation:
Parent … it's 24 x 7 with a six-year-old so there isn't much time for anything else. I am, however, still trying to figure out what I want to be when I grow up (and full-day school starts next year!)
Volunteer and Professional Activities:
Member: Wyoming Newcomers' Club, Wyoming Parent School Association; Volunteer: Wyoming Historical Society, Wyoming Junior Women's Club
Current hobbies and interests:
Gardening, Cooking, Spending money
What percentage of your hair is visibly gray (is this a trick question?)
Today or at the Reunion??
If you had one year free of all responsibility and unlimited funds, what would you do?
Travel, read, read, read
What are the most rewarding things that you have done in your life?
Spencer … every day is special
What are your favorite non-family related things to do in your free time?
House-hunting with my friends. While Tom and I are not planning to leave our town, I know that my perfect house is out there and I don't want someone else to buy it because I didn't know it was for sale!
How would you best describe your idea of "being successful?"
Being happy with your life and self
What are your most vivid memories of your days in Ridgewood?
Cruising, BK instead of church with Angie, twirling at football games, parties(sort of) and, if it's OK to say, 'the wall'
What achievement or activity are you most proud of in your life?
Pre-parenthood, I had a successful high-tech career despite not having the required degrees. It took a lot of work and I had to prove myself over and over again; but it was worth the effort because I loved the work.
What single piece of wisdom would you like to leave for the next generation?
Have faith in yourself because you can do anything you put your mind to.
How have you changed since high school?
I'm older, but don't act it. I do have a self-confidence that was nowhere to be seen in high school.