Born in Bessemer, Alabama August 10, 1950. Graduated from Bessemer High 1968. Drafted for U.S. Army from 71-73. Graduated from Bessemer Technical College 1978. Saved June 8, 1975. Army National Guard 85-92. 5 yrs. as Chaplain Assistant, acting Chaplain for several years. Been writing poems for Graduations, Retirements, Birthdays, Holidays,etc., for many years. I am a Minister, and a Chaplain doing jail ministry, radio ministry, Evangelistic outreach, and work with the Chelsea Fire and Rescue. I like writing, and have a desire to grow in this, and would like to learn more, and perhaps earn some in the process.