A space for the stories, insights, and lived moments that shape my life and my work. Here I share the pieces that don’t always make it into a book — quiet observations, personal essays, family threads, and the lessons gathered along the way. This is where my journey continues, one reflection at a time.
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The Origin of a Storyteller
Before I became an author, I was a young reader, aspiring journalist, and dreamer who wanted to be a “semi-rich and semi-famous novelist.” Looking back, I can see how each chapter helped shape the storyteller I am today.
How I Wrote Defying Disability
I felt like I was weaving together strands of information from multiple skeins of yarn.
Why I Wrote Defying Disability
Some people have the privilege of living close to their relatives while growing up. I did not.