This is a book filled with verses written from my heart. Some are tragic, some lighthearted, but with few exceptions all are based on actual events that I was involved with or situations involving family or friends. I have included my version of stories I was told as a child, recollections of challenges and situations in my own life, my thoughts on motherhood and parenting, life, death gambling and more. I hope you enjoy these "Tales from 'Round the Campfire."