_Educated in Connecticut, Ohio and the streets of many countries, I was raised to appreciate the English language, and read the dictionary in my spare time. My passion for English mixed with a tumultuous though beautiful existence, make writing a perfect vehicle to express reaction to same. I am the mother of two young boys that will soon undoubtedly provide me with more writing fodder, and we reside in Massachusetts. I have published poetry in several publications, and am currently working on my first novel.