I was born during the depression era... However, family was not affected as my father owned property which was later bought by the city to build the Fiesta grounds and he owned and property where a...view moreI was born during the depression era... However, family was not affected as my father owned property which was later bought by the city to build the Fiesta grounds and he owned and property where a popular cafe was always busy.... and my dad had a grocery store. He used to take me to the farmers market to get produce for his store.
Since my older sister and brother played tennis at the nearby park on weekends I slowly learned how to focus where the ball should land so as to make my returns very competitive which they loved having to backhand tennis racquet. When I was alone I would practice hitting the blank wall of an empty building. I learned early how best to use my time when I was alone...
Now writing poetry in solitude...read Bible daily, play piano, read murder mysteries written by women and write poetry as spiritual growth leads my octagenerian years....
World Poetry Movement “Best Poet 2012”
Certificate “Poetic Achievement” 1990 from Vassar Univ.view less