I am a Maine native living in the central Maine area. I obtained a Bachelor of Applied Science Degree from the University of Maine at Augusta. I studied English, Creative Writing, Education, and Library Science.

I love walking along the beach when summer is in full swing, listening to the gulls, the surf, and playing children. Maine has beautiful walking trails. Near me is one my daughter, Sarah loved, as do I. This special place is known as Hobbit Land. It leads through a meadow into the woods where white pines grow tall dropping their soft needles below. The trail leads down to a stone bridge that crosses over a rocky stream. So beautiful and peaceful. The sound of rushing water and the scent of fresh pine infuses me with renewed energy and hope, refreshing my soul.

Before I fall asleep at night, my mind is often working on the next story I want to write. My family have long teased me, calling me a dreamer because in the midst of a conversation I often interrupt them saying, “Oh, that would make a great story!” Often while we are talking, something said recalls a song to my mind and I begin to sing parts of a melody, rather badly actually.

Writing was my first love (besides reading) because it is a tool that helps me to process my world, articulate my feelings, and express my imagination.  Although this is my debut, I have other writing projects waiting in the wings. My specific genres of writing include memoir, creative nonfiction, fiction, prose and poetry.