I discovered a knack for drawing when my kindergarten teacher praised me lavishly for drawing crayon people who actually looked like people, and the bird scribbles on the back of the paper were even more recognizable. After thirty years in health care, I rediscovered my love for art and began sketching on my Ipad. I use it to digitally illustrate my stories, make personalized cards for family and friends, create custom pet portraits, and sketch from the photographs I take. I've written two children's books published through StoryChimes. "A Tiny Fish Tale" is about facing up to, living with, and caring for a pet with a disability. I have a lot of affection for animals, I love my grandsons,… and have an intense interest in caring for the disabled. My stories are based on these real-life experiences. I am also a winner in The New Yorker 2012 Eustace Tilley contest. I write a daily blog about the differences between living on Capitol Hill and in Milwaukee, and incorporate my art, photographs, and web albums.