I grew up in Anchorage, Alaska on a quiet dirt road where moose and bear were often frequent visitors to our yard. Now I am raising my son in the same house. I teach elementary school, train in traditional karate, paint, draw, and write. One Tree is my first full-length novel. I have another book coming out soon - Karate Camp. With everything my family does, finding time to write and edit is always a challenge. I know from my different hobbies, and my experience raising a 2-year-old, if we can do the things we love in life, we are doing alright. Be kind. Be safe. Have fun!