She managed Ed's two successful campaigns for political office and has herself been elected to various local party positions. After her kids were grown, she began working as a printing consultant and has been with Express Printing in Jackson since 1991. The couple share an interest in stage magic and frequently attend various magic conventions around the country. They have also been officers in the local ring of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. Ed and Jean are both devotees of poker and can often be found visiting various poker rooms located in the state's numerous casinos.
Good players win what poor ones lose, and it is a real challenge to become a good player.
The couple also share an interest in genealogy. Both are always eager to swap notes with their distant cousins. Former schoolmates, friends, and neighbors are especially urged to contact Ed and Jean. For some more old religious songs .