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My name is Linda Whitney and I was born and raised in South Pasadena and truly enjoyed my childhood.  I have an incredible family who are loving and supportive.  After High School and attended Pasadena City College for my general education classes.  I transferred to California State University Long Beach and graduated over two decades ago in 1996.  Even though this is my second class, I am still a bit nervous.

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I have an amazing family and we are very close to one another. We see each other multiple times though out the week and truly love and enjoy each others company.  I have two nephews who are my heart and soul!  They are nearly 3 and 19 months and they are the center of all our universes.

I also have amazing friends who I consider my family.  They keep me going and we have so much fun together.  Movies, shopping, wine tasting, sitting on a patio chatting...  they're all fantastic people and my family.

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My interests vary from martial arts to wine tasting and photography, as well as a variety of other activities.  I started martial arts in 1998 and received my black belt in Kenpo Karate in 2001.  I have since practiced Jiu Jitsu, Filipino Martial Arts (FMA), and Kickboxing.   I also love yoga.  It is the complete opposite of martial arts however they seem to go hand in hand.  Yoga is about meditation, healing, balance, whereas the martial arts are about self-defense along with balance and healing.  Wine tasting is a true passion of mine.  I travel to the central coast of California a few times a year and get lost in the wonder of the taste of nature. I also love photographing nature.  There is nothing more peaceful to me.

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I am the Lead Marketing Specialist at a special education and therapy company in South Pasadena. I just recently received a promotion and I am extremely excited to start this new chapter at our company. I have several different jobs within my job, however my most favorite is being our event planner.   I plan (with a lot of help) our Holiday Party and Family Fun Day/Employee Appreciation Day.  It is stressful at times but so rewarding when I see everyone having a fantastic time.  This year our Casino Night theme was Hollywood through the years.  We really try to focus on employee engagement at our company.

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Yoga...Anywhere, any time!

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Cambria in the Fall with wine and great friends!

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Additional Hobby...Concerts! I love almost all types of music. This is Sting performing at the David Bowie Memorial concert.