Debra Richardson I am the owner and baker of Early Bird Cottage Bakery in Longview, Texas, where I specializes in small‑batch homemade baked goods . I have several years of hands‑on baking experience, including dough preparation, mixing, scaling, proofing, and oven tending. Debra maintains high sanitation standards and holds a Texas food handler’s certificate. She is pursuing professional baker certification to strengthen her skills, elevate her bakery’s credibility, and demonstrate her commitment to quality and craftsmanship.