: About Me

I have been writing since I was four. It really is more of a necessity than a choice! I write poetry, do technical writing and also write a lot of articles for my local paper. I am an amateur chef so I write a lot of food/restaurant reviews. My dream is to get more poems published and then get my novel published! I love writing. It works out all my problems through my characters and and is something I have always been passionate about. I have a handsome husband, two puppies and a wonderful home in Reston, VA. I'm looking forward to writing on a regular basis and would love any feedback on any of my work!

My passion is ...

dancing, writing, cooking

I know too much about ...

music

My parents always told me ...

I was a joyful child

My childhood ambition ...

was to be a writer

My favorite memory ...

road-tripping across the US when I was 4, and then again at 24!

Why I write ...

to clear my head and share ideas with others

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

"Elephant Tears" is my latest book. Watching food network right now. Listening to Michael Franti.

My first job ...

a professional clown, Florabelle, working kids' parties

My best moment ...

I'll get back to you

My inspiration ...

life

Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Pain & rage

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Tornado (for April) Twist again as I sit here impatiently waiting it seems like I'm always putting myself on hold for you. And you said this was love as you played your games and even though I'm your queen I'm still just a chess piece, and you prey on my insecurities like a black widow with a painted-on smile... Remember when we were in love, you say sadly, Remember how you let me down? I remember your eyes, your arms, your shaved head, your soft lips, your full breasts how could I have hesitated? But that's past now, and past mistakes shouldn't dictate my life. And you said this was love ...

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