I have lived in San Antonio, Texas all my life, since 1962.  I received a B.A. in Criminal Justice, emphasis in Juvenile Justice, from the University of Texas in San Antonio. I have been married for twentysix years to a wonderful, supportive man, Rob.  I play guitar and compose songs and poetry dealing with life and faith.  I am the mother of two special needs young men.  I am a carrier of a syndrome called Fragile-X.  My sons, Robby and Joshua, are my biggest influences and keep me close to God.  They are so smart, but not in a way this world recognizes.  I feel they have a divine purpose.  My oldest son, Robby, is also a hemo-dialysis patient.  God uses him to teach me that life is worth struggles we may face.  Life is a priviledge, in the good and the not so good times.  Each of us has a purpose and God has a plan for our lives.  We just have to trust that He loves us. He'll take care of the rest.

2005 Winner of the "Carol" King Award by the San Antonio Express and News-(a search for an original Christmas Carol)

Most of my poems are available to listen to as songs. You can listen by hitting either of my favorite links listed on the bio page. For instance if you like what the poem "A Grandmother's Prayer" says, there are two versions as songs. One is acoustic on the CD The Words In Red, the other is fully produced with mandolin etc. on Crossin' All The Way. The samples are two minutes long, you get a pretty good idea of how the entire song must sound. Give it a try and let me know what you think.

Gina Hayes--The Words In Red CD
My poetry set to music = songs

Gina Hayes--Crossin' All The Way CD
My poetry set to music = songs