This week we’re interviewing Nan Keltie, the Education Channel Steward. Nan’s powerful presence, kind words, and hard-working nature make her a hit among the Helium community.
Name?
Nan Keltie
How long have you been at Helium?
One year, 4 months and 27 days! (as of July 8th)
What is your title and responsibilities?
Since March 11 of this year, I’ve been the Education Channel steward. My responsiblities include welcoming new writers, watching for incoming articles to make sure they fit Helium standards and reaching out to anyone that needs help. I also enjoy seeding new titles to the channel. I very much appreciate the efforts of my sub-channel stews!
What is your favorite thing about Helium?
The community here — I love interacting with writers from all over the world.
If you could give one bit of advice to new members of Helium, what would it be?
Helium is like a neighborhood of writers. Get to know some of your neighbors … learn from one another and offer a helping hand when it’s needed. When we grow as individuals, the whole community benefits.
What are 3 things people are surprised to find out about you?
Hmmm … that I’m petrified of roller coasters? That we’ve hosted one of the Tampa Bay Bucaneers in our home? That I “held up” a South American flight in 1974? (I was delayed in customs at Rio Branco when the officers searched my carry-on bag. They couldn’t speak English and I couldn’t speak Portuguese — and it took 45 minutes to explain that the barrel-shaped licorice wrapped in plastic sleeves was NOT some kind of ammunition.
What do you do with your extra time?
I enjoy photography, browsing antique shops and working crossword puzzles.
What are your favorite books?
For parenting — Home Grown Kids by Raymond Moore. For a candid view of zoo animals — A View from the Zoo by Gary Richmond. For quiet reflection, the book of Psalms in the Bible.
Where is your favorite place to visit?
A lake-side cabin or chalet in the mountains. Just let me pack my camera, cappucino, favorite music, a few books, and some comfortable clothes — in that order. >
Thanks Nan for being part of this week’s “Meet the Stew”.
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