I was born and raised in the small town of Pendleton, Oregon. 5th grade was the first time I was ever asked to write a short story, AND I LOVED EVERY SECOND OF IT. I began writing poetry to pass the time, then short stories, and now novels. I have written a few, but my first one, After the Before, published on September 1, 2014. A little more on myself you ask... well, I consider myself an easy going person. I love to laugh and have a good time whenever life permits it. I am deeply in love with my Husband, kids, and basically my entire family, which is very large and supportive. (Shout out to