She was born and grew up in the quiet town of Pilar, province of Bataan, Philippines. She was educated in public schools from elementary through college. Obtained her bachelor’s degree in elementar...ver maisShe was born and grew up in the quiet town of Pilar, province of Bataan, Philippines. She was educated in public schools from elementary through college. Obtained her bachelor’s degree in elementary education (BSEED) from the Philippine Normal College (now a university), a government training institution for teachers. Taught in public schools. Was blown by the northwest wind to the Land of Opportunity. Landed in San Francisco where she worked for the Department of Human Services as an eligibility worker for welfare applicants. Retired after twenty years of service. Is a resident of San Francisco—the most beautiful city of the Pacific.ver menos