Biography

Although I was born in Texas because my father was stationed on an Army base in Killeen, I grew up in North Carolina. Throughout my school years I always loved to read. By the time I reached middle school, I found that I enjoyed writing as well. When I had poetry published in high school a kernel of desire to see my words in print took root.

I married after graduating high school. My husband and I moved to Atlanta, Georgia where I graduated from Georgia State University with a Bachelors degree in Education. I taught in the public school system for three years, then made the decision to stay home with my children. Ten years later, after homeschooling my three children, teaching children's church, and starting a family business I returned to the public school system as a high school teacher. During these years my desire to write, denied an outlet by life's busyness, returned stronger than ever. After much discussion with my husband, I once again began pursuing my dream of becoming a published author.

I consider the desire, ability, and opportunity to write stories a gift. As with any gift, the written word must be used with thought and care. Through printed words others can be encouraged, edified, and entertained. Where else can all three be accomplished?

My goal with every story I write is to create characters that inspire and encourage other to follow their faith. God's grace, mercy, and provision are more than sufficient in every situation: through trials, through conflicts, through happiness. Each individual character must decide what role faith plays in their life just as we (you and I) must decide how important faith is to us. Each created character brings their faith into the real world to find victory and blessings.