: About Me

I live in a small community on the east coast of Newfoundland, Canada. Thirty-six, married with two children, I live a simple life. Upon completion of High School I became a Cosmetologist after which I worked at this trade for eleven years. For a period of this time I owned and operated a Salon of my own. I had an adequate clientele and was very prosperous in my career. Being ambitious and determined, I was willing to take on anything that came my way.

The Summer of 1998 forced me to test my determination. It caused me to determine just how strong I actually was. My daily routine soon incorporated questions and fears. My physical state became altered as I experienced sensations and difficulties I was not familiar with. In late September of that year I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. This revelation rerouted my course. Within a few months the uncertainty of the disease compelled me to make a decision - I closed my Salon and laid down my shears.

Frustration and anger initially robbed most of my time. A quick study, I soon learned this sort of existence was futile. In searching for avenues of pleasure and meaning, I began to write, an interest that lay buried for years. Writing introduced feelings of peace, comfort and provided hours of enjoyment. On this search I realized my creativity reached further than writing, I started to knit, sew and became very intrigued with painting (paint by number that is). My love for music assisted in this quest. As I played my guitar and sang, my soul was renewed and restored. What began as a tormenting ordeal miraculously transformed into a wonderful adventure. The one detail unchanged - my determination.

What the future has in store for me, only God knows. I can live with that knowing He will surely keep my best interest in mind. Each day I will continue to push forward, making each new experience all it can be.

My passion is ...

Life - to make the most of what I am, what I have and count my blessings every day.

I know too much about ...

Good question - I don't think I could ever know too much about anything.

My parents always told me ...

"Think before you speak. Be careful what you say." Mom

My childhood ambition ...

To be a Lawyer or a Salvation Army Officer (clergy)

My favorite memory ...

I have many - my wedding day, the birth of my two children, opening my Hair Salon, the publication of my first book, the list goes on.

Why I write ...

I write because it gives me the opportunity to unleash my thoughts and feelings. It also gives me the chance to take my experiences and turn them into a tool of inspiration or motivation to help others.

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

I watch Grey's Anatomy, Criminal Minds, Prison Break and Coronation Street

My first job ...

Cosmetologist

My best moment ...

When I realized that I was an overcomer - that I could rise above the challenges thrown at me and come out a stronger person on the other end.

My inspiration ...

Life, people, Nature - anything that right at that moment demands my attention and sends me into my creative mode.

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