Growing up in the swampy wilds of northern Florida a half century ago, I loved spending long days searching for sharks' teeth in the creek, dragonflies on the neighbor's daylilies, and snakes under dead logs in the woods.

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When I heard my father's whistle in the evening, I'd glide my bike through puddles teeming with waterbugs to come home for dinner, and afterwards, drawing and reading 'til bedtime.

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It's this fondness for nature and creativity that led me to raise my own children in a country home filled with books and art supplies and love.

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I also spent many years developing and teaching classes for children and their caregivers that combined picture books, science, and art in fun and innovative ways.

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Now, I'm thrilled to bring the beauty and delights of nature, animals, crafts, friends, and fun adventures to my children's picture book manuscripts and illustrations.

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I invite you to come with me, and "meet part of your story."