I was born and raised in a small town just north of Boston, Massachusetts and I currently reside in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. I am divorced. I had 5 wonderful children who are each unique and talented in their own ways. I lost 1 child to cancer. I have 10 grandchildren and cannot wait to see what they develop into as they grow. I am a Breast Cancer Survivor and the mother of a Cervical Cancer warrior. I was a stay at home Mom until my youngest child got into middle school. I took my first college class ever just before I turned 50 and 4 grueling years later I graduated. During my time in nursing school I somehow found relief from stress by writing and The Battle Beyond was born. I give all the Glory for this and every accomplishment of my life to God, for without Him, I would not be.