In a nutshell: I believe in Jesus, doing the right thing, the power of the written word, and a good cup of coffee. I'm a country girl living now in a mid-sized city with my engineering husband who just happens to be my best friend and biggest fan. We're the parents of four grown sons who've married wonderful girls and given us six amazing grandchildren. Being a Mimi is far more fun than I ever dreamed.
I grew up in the Texas Panhandle with two younger sisters and loving parents. Small town school. Great neighbors. Today, those small-town, fundamental things resonate within me -- the twang in people's voices, the art of being neighborly and just being a decent human being.
Growing up, I preferred the company of books over TV and playing outdoors. I imagined myself in many different careers, but given my down-to-earth raising, I settled on nursing. I didn't faint at the sight of blood and did well in science, so it seemed a natural choice.
I worked as a registered nurse off and on through the years, but primarily I stayed home with my four rambunctious boys and dreamed of the day when I could write the novels I loved to read. When our youngest son was in high school, I quit my job as a nursing instructor and settled in to pen my first novel. It's been quite a journey. One I wouldn't trade for anything.
I'm committed to writing the stories of my heart and am truly thankful to Jesus, my Savior, for allowing me this freedom. May all the glory be His.
"If you drop a dream, it breaks."
-Unknown
Whether you're a reader, a writer, or just beloved, I want to thank you for sharing my journey. Please drop me a line and tell me about you and your dreams. I would love to hear from you.