Thank you for visiting my page! I have been rhyming, dancing, and singing to my pets from the time when I was very small. Since I have become tall (or at least a bit taller than I was) I decided to write my rhymes and songs down. Most of my poems are inspired by true events and observations, particularly the poems that involve pets and other animals. When a rhyme begins in my head, I quickly get my pen to jot it down and see how it grows. Many grow quickly into their whole poem, but some take a bit more time to fully develop. Petting one of my four cats or walking my dog in the rain often help when I am stuck. Having been both a dancer and a teacher I find that art, poetry, music, and movement are wonderful tools for children to use to learn, grow, and express themselves. I hope that you will enjoy the rhythm of my words and if you need to get up and move with them a bit, feel free.