I was in third grade.
Our substitute teacher assigned our story and spoke the words that changed my life…
“Spelling Doesn’t Count”
I have been writing stories ever since.
I hold a Masters degree in Education and a B.A. in Language Arts. As a day job, I am a school administer. I have published several works, mentor young writers, and am an active member of her local writing community.
I was in third grade.
Our substitute teacher assigned our story and spoke the words that changed my life…
“Spelling Doesn’t Count”
I have been writing stories ever since.
I hold a Masters degree in Education and a B.A. in Language Arts. As a day job, I am a school administer. I have published several works, mentor young writers, and am an active member of her local writing community.
Then came the conversation changed my life….
As an adult writer, my journey began sitting next to Reza Abedi at a Little League game in 2004. Reza and I found ourselves having a casual conversation at a Little League game.
Reza shared with me that he “ran to third base” the first time he hit a baseball. After we had a good natured laugh, Reza began to share his story.
Reza survived The 1979 Revolution and made international news when he defected, with the help of brave American wrestlers, during the World Wrestling Tournament in 1982.
Reza’s story had to be told, not only for Reza, but also for the millions of Americans who are just like me–who are running to third base.
Iran has been banished to the 1979 shadows of blindfolded hostages and flaming American flags.
The heart in Reza’s narrative connects humanity.
My author’s perspective makes meaning of its place in history.
