I am an entirely amateur poet, who writes entirely from the heart. I have been writing poetry since I was in the fifth grade, when my teacher first introduced the medium in my elementary school class. I instantly fell in love with the process and the ability to express myself so succinctly. Now, as an adult, I am still enamored with the process because it gives me an opportunity to touch people with just a few words. I try to write often, as often as my time will allow. However, I work hard, travel often (99% of which is for business) and go to school at night. My schedule often eats away at my time for writing and reading what my fellow Den-ites have discovered about expression through words. I appreciate everyone who takes the time to read me and whom leaves a gracious comment. Being at Authors Den has been a wonderful experience for me these past few years. I have made many friends and learned a lot about life and myself. One thing I have learned from this wonderful experience is that the strongest emotions influence me the most. Whether it be extreme hate or the ecstasy of love (or is it the pain of love, hahahaha).I have always been a rebel with many causes. Some will become apparent some will require thought and your willingness to investigate what and how I say things for hidden meanings. But all in all I fight for what is right.