Hi all,
I am Marlene & I've been lurking in these forums for a couple of weeks, & I feel like I already know some of you so I guess its only fair that I tell you something about me. First, I want to say that VAF is probably the best forum I have ever seen, and I've been in many. The feeling of camraderie and friendliness is very welcoming and warm. So, thank you for that.
I am married to my college sweetheart, and have 2 wonderful teenagers. Yes, can you believe I said "wonderful" and "teenagers" in the same sentence? I'm lucky.

My daughter is 15 and a Freshman in high school and my son is 18, a senior in high school who will be college bound in September.

When my daughter was 6 months old, I started a b&m business, so I really feel for all of you with little ones. It is very hard work to balance a career with small children. My family has always come first and will continue to, because from them I get my greatest joy in life.
I've been in the business world off & on for many years as an employee and a business owner, and have been working in my home office part time for the last 10 years. I have been a sort-of jack of all trades, but I am whittling down my list so that I can offer a few services that I enjoy and hopefully will be successful with as a VA. My strenghts lie in HR, Quickbooks and Travel. (odd combination)
I am just beginning to get my VA business together. I am working on my web site. I am also reading "2-Second Commute..." which has been a wealth of knowledge. I ordered "Virtual Assistant - The Series" and can't wait to read that book as well.
WOW, this short intro has turned into a BIO. Sorry for that. I look forward to getting to know everyone here.
Best Wishes,
Marlene