I have always loved to draw and write poetry. In high school, I was given the opportunity to write the lyrics to our alma mater. After college, I taught second and third grades and directed Christmas plays for years. My husband and I wanted a large family and enjoyed every minute of ballgames, singing in church, and piano lessons. Next to the Lord, my children and grands are my everything. Now that my youngest is headed to college, I have more time to focus on my dream to be a children’s author and illustrator.