Patricia BasselAfter teaching abroad for 23 years, Patricia Bassel has moved back to her hometown of Lawton, Oklahoma where she enjoys hiking the Wichitas and taking her rescue dog Sappho on long walks. Walking is a ritual for her around the world wherever she goes Earning a bachelor's degree from University of Oklahoma and a Master's degree from University of New Mexico, she taught French and English in Oklahoma, France, South Korea and Germany. Patricia has also done part-time work for Military Child Education Coalition, volunteer work to provide meals to the homeless community, is a member of the Shakespeare Club of Lawton and attends the local open mic sponsored by Cameron University. Several of her poems have appeared in Oklahoma Today magazine. Read More Read Less