Mar 01 2010
Stacey’s “Get Ready to Learn Mom” Guest for 3/3 is Author, Caryn FitzGerald
Caryn Gottlieb FitzGerald has been writing since childhood. She holds a B.A. in Criminal Justice and a certificate in Women’s Studies from Florida Atlantic University in addition to a Masters degree in Professional Studies in Human Relations from NY Institute of Technology. Caryn is a former LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and has worked within the criminal justice system with medium security inmates as well as in the community sector and with survivors of domestic violence.
She has used her educational and career experience in creating unforeseen twists and turns in her written work. Her writing style varies as Caryn finds herself comfortable in writing both fiction and non-fiction genres. Caryn has been published in several arenas including psychological journals, newspapers, blogs, compilations, fiction and self-help books.
Caryn resides in a small town south of Fort Worth, Texas with her family. She enjoys spending time outdoors and is actively involved with her daughter’s school and in the local community.
“Fish Sticks, Books and Blue Jeans: Teaching kids to be thankful for everything (yes, even fish sticks) everyday!” A gratitude workbook designed for children ages 5 and older with at least basic drawing and writing skills. Fish Sticks includes simple writing and drawing exercises based on learning to focus on what is present within the child’s life, offering gratitude and thankfulness for these things as well as learning how they can take action and do their part to create a better world. The book was based on the request of Caryn’s then 6 year old daughter Sami, who simply asked for a gratitude workbook like the ones her parents had. When none were able to found (for children), Sami replied “that’s ok, we’ll just make one!” and Fish Sticks, Books and Blue Jeans was born!
