Graduating from East Texas State  with a degree in Communications, Blyth worked in Broadcasting and Banking/Finance.  Blyth frequently volunteered for children's programs and realized that education was the real key to the future. She has been in education for over 15 years.  She currently teaches fourth grade, and continues to volunteer with UIL events and after school programs.

In nursing for over 30 years, Marie holds a registry license in nursing, invasive cardiology, and correctional health nursing in jail division. She played the accordion in a Czech band for three years and is currently working as Director of Health in the industrial field of nursing. Marie still plays the accordion and volunteers in her church. Her favorite pastimes include snow skiing, hunting, and reading.