Being a little older, I think I've gained a little understanding of life. That's about the best thing I can say about myself. I've always been a big reader. I came from a family of nine children. I didn't take much interest in school while growing up. Most of what I've really learned was gained much later in life. Trial and error and a lot of mistakes will teach great lessons for those who are open to them.
I had no interest in poetry until I picked up a book of poems from T. S. Elliott. That was in more...