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Sharon Price has 25 years of experience working with children, families and the community to empower people with low income. Sharon graduated from Southern University, with the original plan of teaching history to high school students. It was during her search for high-quality child care for her own children that Sharon’s focus switched to young children. To this day, Sharon’s dedication comes from her belief that all parents love their children and wants the same quality of care and education for their children that she wanted for hers. As a mother of four and a former Head Start parent—as well as a teacher of children from infancy to school age—Sharon’s experience working with and for children is extensive. She believes that her role is really all about serving others, doing what she can to help make a difference in the life of a child or family.
Show Sharon’s QuestionsWhat chore do you absolutely hate doing?
Oh, I hate doing laundry. I really think that I do at least 100 thousand pounds of laundry each week. I have the clothes that they wear to school, the clothes that they work out in, the clothes that they wear from the work out, the clothes that they tried on and never put back in the closet that made it to the dirty clothes. Clothes...Clothes…Clothes…
What is your favorite childhood memory?
I have two. First, I grew up on a farm in Louisiana, which means that we ate what we grew. There was really no such thing as eating out. But, I remember when McDonald’s opened in the town where I lived. I wanted to go there so bad I could hardly stand it! I’m the youngest of 12 children so one of my brothers brought me there when he was home from law school. It was the best hamburger I ever had in my life!! And, to top it off, Ronald McDonald was there!!!!! Second, My first time going to the circus was amazing! I remember a beautiful lady swinging by her neck and dancing in the air with a flowing garment on. I would take my mom’s lace that she used to sew onto dresses and tie around my arms and waist so I could flow too. I used to pretend that I was that lady and turn round and round and around until I’d get dizzy. What a treat!
What are some songs that you love?
“I’m the man!” I just love to listen to it over and over again—Stand up and face the sun! Be a king when kingdom comes!! “Wooly Bully” It’s a favorite of my family—Kinda like a family theme song. We have a dance that we do to it and everything. “Matilda, I Cried for You” It makes me tear up nearly every time I hear it.
What’s your favorite indoor/outdoor activity?
Reading.
If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be?
The coming of Christ.
When you have 30 minutes of free-time, how do you pass the time?
Let my mind wonder.
What was the last experience that made you a stronger person?
The passing of my Mom.
What was your favorite food when you were a child?
Spaghetti and meatballs. It’s still a favorite food!
If you could choose to stay a certain age forever, what age would it be?
35 felt like a pretty good year.
Which celebrity do you get mistaken for?
True story. When I was 16 and working in a video store, Silence of the Lambs came out on video. So many people returned the movie and said I looked like Jodie Foster’s character Clarice in the movie. All I could see is that we both had shoulder length brown hair.
When was the last time you had an amazing meal?
It really doesn’t take much to please me. So, last weekend! Grilled hamburgers and homemade guacamole.
What’s the #1 most played song on your iPod?
Take me to the King
If you won the lottery, what is the first thing you would do?
Go to Vegas and double it
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Forensic Profiler
What did you do growing up that got you into trouble?
Skipped school
What’s the #1 most played song on your iPod?
On my iPhone it is "Wait, Wait Don’t Tell Me," the NPR quiz show.
If you won the lottery, what is the first thing you would do?
Go on an extended vacation.
What did you do growing up that got you into trouble?
Fighting with my brother.
What’s the #1 most played song on your iPod?
I don’t actually have an iPod but depending on my mood or what I’m doing, my Pandora may play anything from Broadway Musicals and Acapella to Motley Crue.
If you won the lottery, what is the first thing you would do?
Hire an attorney and financial advisor. Yep, I’m an accountant!
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A mother to three wonderfully happy grown up children. And, an awesome baker.
What did you do growing up that got you into trouble?
Did I mention I’m an accountant? I’m a rule follower. Added to the fact that my dad is a 30 year veteran of the Lexington Police Department and that I was raised Catholic, I pretty much stayed out of trouble.
What chore do you absolutely hate doing?
Shopping
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Gordon Parks
What songs are included on the soundtrack to your life?
My Favorite Things by John Coltrane, Redemption by Bob Marley, Midnight in Harlem by Tedeschi Trucks Band, The Light by Common
What story does your family always tell about you?
Six years ago I arrived to my Aunt’s house ready to settle in for another Thanksgiving holiday consisting of eating too much, laughing too much and binging on pro football. While sitting at the table preparing to dive in to the appetizers my Mom ask me to help out in the kitchen. Next thing I know I’m wielding a carving knife hovering a 25 pound turkey trying to remove the legs and figure out what next. Since then I have become known as the turkey carving man in our family.
What was your favorite food when you were a child?
I have always loved seafood, and as a child, shrimp was probably my favorite (and is still on the top of my list). Growing up in a landlocked state, I didn’t eat it that often, so whenever we went to the beach on vacation, I would take full advantage of the opportunity. When you have 30 minutes of free-time, how do you pass the time?
Depending on the time of day, I may squeeze in a quick workout, go for a walk or one of my favorite pastimes, sit on my porch listening to music while enjoying a tasty beverage. If you won the lottery, what is the first thing you would do?
After sharing some of my winnings with my family, I would travel. No question. I would take about a year and just travel to all of the places I’ve wanted to go but haven’t been to yet. What did you do growing up that got you into trouble?
I had a terrible habit of shifting the gear of a parked car into reverse. It happened a few times when I was young and waiting in the car with my sister and/or others while my mom had to stop for a quick errand. For some reason, my mom continued to leave me in the car in those situations. I guess she assumed I had learned my lesson.
What chore do you absolutely hate doing?
I really dislike taking out the trash. When I get married, I will kindly let my husband take the trash out for the rest of our loving married lives.
What are some songs that you love?
Anything by Beyoncé or Moonchild! In my mind, Beyoncé knows me personally and I am the godmother of her three children.
If you won the lottery, what is the first thing you would do?
Call my Momma and Daddy…then change my phone number. LOL!
What did you do growing up that got you into trouble?
EVERYTHING! Young Jessica was always on 10…glad adult Jessica took it down a notch to 9!
When was the last time you had an amazing meal?
A few weeks ago. I went to Shaking Seafood and had a crab leg boil…it was so amazing. I also love Korean food. I just love food. I could talk about it all day.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Food and Hotel Critic. I think it would be great to travel all around the word rating different hotels and restaurants!
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