I first discovered my love for poetry and lyrical prose while in college - that is, while taking math classes which made me miserable, depressed, on the verge of a mental breakdown, and therefore in search of something intellectual to relieve it. For some reason, I developed an intense craving to read anything with a musical feel in it. I started to read anything, by anybody, who struck me with this vibe - Diane Ackerman, Christina Rossetti, William Shakespeare, etc. I enrolled in two semesters of poetry writing classes, a few other creative writing courses, and two more on the topic of analyzing Shakespearean plays for their symbolism, metaphor, and language style. My fascination with the power of language and metaphor became deep, and lasting. From there I continued to expand my education, to read widely, and combine ideas. Over time, I started writing my own poetry. Now, I am ready to share it with you, but only if you are ready to receive it.