I am an image maker, a poet, a lover of art and children, animals and nature.
I love books that take me somewhere new and people who are genuine. I struggle with the ugliness of intolerance and judgement, and the selfish efforts of powerful people.
Writer. Mom. Portlander. Traveler. Cat/dog lady. Author of Wild, Tiny Beautiful Things, Torch, and Brave Enough. Also: Dear Sugar.