Brief Author Bio:

Began life in S. Alabama where I studied and developed a southern accent and learned to make real banana pudding and soft, buttery grits. Oldest of 7 children. Raised by grandparents and dogs. Climbed trees and played with the boys because girls were boring.

Married in 1974, at 17. I became military wife at 21 for the next 15 yrs. Became a mother at 22. Lived in two European countries and five states. By 1978 we had moved more than 100 times.

Became a full time student at 33 while raising two boys. Finished college at 38 as a history major. Began my adult life at 42 as a government employee prying into other people's business on a daily basis.

Became a grandma at 50 to Sarah Cheyenne.

My life thus far has provided me with a vast knowledge of all Trivial Pursuit answers.

I'm not done yet.

Married to the same man for 35 years. He passed away January 29, 2009. Now it feels like I'm done.