The author is a lifelong Oregonian who, as a college graduate, long distance runner and row teammate, has traveled extensively throughout Europe. Her empathy for animals further developed during su...view moreThe author is a lifelong Oregonian who, as a college graduate, long distance runner and row teammate, has traveled extensively throughout Europe. Her empathy for animals further developed during summer vacations working on her grandparent’s farm in Vale, Oregon. She has passion for creating abstract art, sewing clothing. She is a dedicated fan of the English classic TV series Dark Shadows. In 2013, she self-published a poetry book (a previous Amazon listing) titled Journeys of The Heart and Dedication Poems, under her real name.view less