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I have been writting since 4th grade and telling tall tales before that! Fantasy was my escape from my world. I dove head first into make believe. And I believe that is what has been my salvation. Yeah, even professionals have asked me, "All things considered, why do you think you have fended so well in your life?" My childhood was a hellish place from day one. I always knew that talking or writing, somehow healed the hurts. I could take the pain, laughter, tears, fears and smiles and put them into words and watch people go,"Wow!" I had adults ask me how could I write of some things, that a child should not yet know? Because those who suffer a lot, grow mature or old, much quicker. You must get wise to survive. Forced out of childhood and robbed of my innocense, I turned to word-smithing for my comfort. And today, I have been published in minor ways, in many places, for my words, my photos and my art. Today, I am recovering finally, from all the slings and arrows that pierced my childhood spirit. No one can steal your mind, your thoughts or your heart, unless you let them. I have built tall walls, and coped an attitude. I remember a song from very long ago, that said, "I been down so dirty damn long, that it looks like up to me." That song spoke to me! But that is okay, because I have had jobs, where people's lives literally depended on me. I had the command of words, words provoke action and action can save lives. I have no place in my life for those who would conspire to take my strength for their own. No longer will I love others before myself, because that only leads to self-loathe. I am taking steps to stand strong and look forward to many adventures. I have waited all my life for this. My eyes are open. And I step into the light, out of the darkness and I am learning to love myself enough that maybe someday, I will love someone special again. But then again, someone else in my life just does not seem as important as being comfortable in my own skin. At least not to me. And I can not speak for you, or anyone else. but let the healing begin. And let it begin with me. I was told that American Indians spoke of the ability of a spirit to give, is much like building a small fire inside your soul, and you nuture it till it glows brightly, and only when your own fire is strong enough, can you take some of the warmth of your soul, and hand some of your inner flames to one who is in need. I guess I can see the wisdom in that. Take care of you and yours. Come back and visit the San Francisco Treat!
- Location:
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United States
- Primary occupation:
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National Account Manager
- Dream occupation:
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Rancher
- Hometown:
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Los Angeles County
- Schools attended:
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Brockton Avenue Elementry, El Marino, Culver Jr. Hi, Buena Hi, Ventura Jr. College, Ft. Sam~Academy of Health Science, Golden State School, Reno Jr. College of Business
- I like:
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gardening, learning other languages, reading, movies, snow, water, animals, open spaces, science fiction, legal thrillers, old cars, mexico city, San Atonio River Walk, the pacific,
- Favorite writers:
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Ray Bradybury, Ann Rand,Kurt Vonegot Jr., Robert L. Forward, and more
- Favorite books:
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Cats Cradle, Farenhiet 451, Something Wicked This Way Comes, Isle of the Blue Dolphin,
- Favorite newspapers:
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Ventura County Star, The Reporter, Los Angeles Times
- Favorite magazines:
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Womens Circle, Backwoods Living, and more
- Favorite music:
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Old Rock, Blues, Jazz,
- Favorite movies:
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Nell, the 12 monkies, The 7th Sign, Pelican Brief, Jagged Edge,
- Favorite TV shows:
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NYPD, Law and Order, Simpsons, Every Body Loves Raymond,
- Favorite quote:
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"Do not borrow trouble from tomorrow, for each day is sufficient unto it's self"
- Gender:
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female