Hello - I've been a member for almost two years and realized today I never introduced myself. I live near the beach in Southern California, have taught junior high for 35 years, and started writing about 13 years ago when my teaching assignment changed from math and science to film production. I've been a musician all my life, currently playing bass in a band called "Blind Ruby". I'm looking forward to being a full time creative following my retirement in June. Erikson