Smits, M. M.

As a kid, I always wanted to write. But first there were roller skates, then there was school, there there was the bar and then there were girls. Yes, in that order: I was born and grew up in The Netherlands. I once tried to write a story when I was in my late teens - a Part II to the movie Space Camp. I think I was just in love with Lea Thompson. I didn't get very far past the first page. I never thought over writing again, at least not until about 10 years ago. I was far too busy with work and life. But then something happened. At the age of 59, my mom had a stroke and passed away. My dad ha...