I've been writing since I was a teen but never pursued using it for anything other than my personal pleasure. Recently I've found writing to be a healing, spiritual experience as I paint with words and bring to life God's power and grace during my husband's 7 1/2 year battle with cancer and my own newness of life in the midst of grief. I write from my heart and pray that others find comfort, joy, hope and encouragement through my words and journey. A Mom, Grandma and Human Resource professional, I am also happily adopted by my dog and two cats in our home in Minnesota. "See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland." Isaiah 43:19 (NIV)