Laurel Ann Francis grew up with five siblings on the Great Lakes. She graduated from Boston University, studied in Denmark, raised a family, and received a Master's degree from the...view moreLaurel Ann Francis grew up with five siblings on the Great Lakes. She graduated from Boston University, studied in Denmark, raised a family, and received a Master's degree from the University of New Hampshire. A retired educator, she now lives in Hawaii and swims every day.view less