Where to begin? Maybe it’s by saying I’ve always been a writer. Since childhood, I’ve gravitated to the written word. It’s a beautiful thing: the stroke of pen on paper, the thought process, the solitude.
I’m still a writer. But I’m also a mother, a wife, a sister and a friend.
I’ve been through a lot in my life. There are things I wish wouldn’t have happened, but they have played an integral role in who I am today. I am a very calm and centered person, and there isn’t anything I can’t handle.
I grew up on a truck farm (peppers and tomatoes). It was a hard job but it gave me tremendous respect for my family and a kick-ass work ethic. I made minimum wage “plus a dime” ($4.35). All subsequent jobs have been incredibly easy and lucrative.
I always knew I wanted to be and would be a mother. I love motherhood and wouldn’t trade it for the world. On that note, family is the most important thing in my life. I have given up places, jobs, opportunities and trips for my family, and I don’t regret a single decision. Life Lesson #1: It’s not the places, it’s the people.
I firmly believe in God. I thank Him daily for good health, wonderful family, my home, my children and for giving me a sister, and I pray that He “helps us all to love one another better.”
Besides writing, motherhood, family, my husband and my children, what do I love? Well, I love coffee, pasta, cheese, mushrooms, tomato products, A&W root beer (especially with beef jerky) and cheap wine. My favorite place in the world is Lake Tweet, a part of the old family farm. I’ve spent countless weekends there. Now that I live in “town” and have children, it’s more important to me than ever.
I think that’s it… for now. If you’ve got a question for me, let me know. And thanks for reading!