Joyce Travis Sample is a graduate Student at Texas A&M University at Commerce, Texas, currently working on a master's degree in English. She is the mom of three kids and two dogs. Working in the corporate newspaper industry for several years as a publisher and editor, Joyce has moved on and now owns her own small marketing company where she is able to help other small businesses with their community presence and business growth. Her time is devoted to her family as well as furthering her education. Future plans include teaching on a collegiate level after earning a doctorate, but being a mom has thus far been her greatest challenge. Between ball practices and friend outings, it can be tough to balance life. She finds peace in the harmony of her home and the happiness of her kids, which gives life its very meaning.