Introducing myself and my journal

About Me:
I have spent a long career in poetry writing and teaching and in my sixth decade trained to become a therapist, learning coaching skills as well. I have published four poetry collections and a few creative nonfiction essays. Three grown daughters. My oldest grandson will be 21 in July and the fleeting passage of time takes my breath away.

My Passions:
Ravel, Rothko and Matisse paintings, cats

My Challenges:
remembering my strengths, following through with action

My Vision for the Future:
that the men of the world will tire of war

My Areas of Expertise:
integrity, depth of understanding, sensitivity