I am a self published author of, as I call it Poetry and More. I   Although born in the Northeast, I've lived in various parts of the Southeast most of my life. Wherever I am I've ALWAYS loved Nature and all its beauty,energy, and nurturing aspects. I started my first book "A Life of Love Poetry & Prose of a (Formerly) Quiet Woman" mainly for myself and my family. Somewhere along the way the writing bug bit me and I kept going. Poetry is my first love; yet I have expanded from there. 

Fiction short stories proved to be a challenge and fun too. I will always keep the poetry and inspiration in my heart, and at the top of my writing list! 

In 2021 I completed a non-fiction book about Kuleana, a Hawaiian word. In 2023 I did an expanded Second Edition of that book The more I delved into Kuleana and began writing about it, the more I realized it was important. As I was reminded of how to be in my life and how to grow a life, how to treat the Earth and others around me. 

Experience some of this journey with me. Happy new reading!