1)I began to write in my early twenties; primarily in the way I would write a letter to a friend. I would create elaborate stories behind the things that I was describing to them. From there, I began writing children's stories.

2) When it's good writing, when it makes me laugh out loud or cry as I'm telling the story, then writing makes me feel good about myself and what I can accomplish. If I manage to write a beautiful sentence, describe an event or experience so that the reader is transported, there is no better high that I could get. Writing provides a safe space where I can feel comfortable expressing myself, without pressure to perform anything on the spot. I can take my time, really think about characters and sometimes get in so deep that there is nothing else I can think about. And although it doesn't always go well, writing is an amazing best friend, that challenges me.

3) My ultimate writing goal is to write a really, good book - and my immediate goal is to contribute articles to a magazine.