Jackie Mae, B.S. UMUC, writer, author, blogger, gardener. A Toastmaster, member of Maryland Writer's Association, and a local volunteer. I love life and strive to inspire. My children's chapter books are written with my granddaughter, Alison Taylor, for the middle grade. This series, called "A Taylor and Alan Adventure," are thrillers that weave rich history into the story as well as instilling the concept of being mindful and respectful of the environment. A portion of the proceeds from our children's chapter books go to Caitlyn Dunbar Nature Center, to help support Girl Scouts. I also write