I live in central Minnesota and have all my life. I have taught middle school English and health in the same room in the same district for 27 years. I have staying power. I am fiercely dedicated to the things in life that make my heart happy – books books books, my family, my animals, and my writing. My husband and I ride a Harley and our horses when we’re not working on some part of our new hobby farm. I have way too many hobbies (and chickens), but they bring me joy and, I think, help keep me young.