Welcome. Whether you came here on purpose or by accident, I’m delighted you found me. I write poetry and essays. I do this for the same reason a painter paints or a dancer dances: I have no choice. But I know very well that you, the reader, do have a choice about how you spend your valuable time. That’s why I strive for poetry and prose that is accessible and compassionate. I don’t want to leave you mystified. I’d rather break your heart or make you think, “Yes, that’s how it is.” I invite you to read a poem or one of the short nonfiction pieces included on these pages. If you like what you read, you may want to link to other pieces. Feel free to share your reactions with me. I’d love to hear from you.