I am married, have two children, a girl and a boy. I lost my first husband when I was pregnant with our son, I was 21, he was 24. I have learned that each battle we face is a stepping stone to something better! Also we can use adversities to make us stronger people. I have a wonderful Shit-zu named Kelso, he's my best friend. I love to help people, especially those that are down on their luck. I used to bring home all kinds of strays :dogs, cats,birds, homeless people, you get the picture. I have a great sense of humor, quit smoking just over a year ago, love to go on the ocean in our boat and watch the mammals and catch fish! My biggest salmon so far to date is 35lbs. What a catch! I love to do arts and crafts, painting, making jewelry,drawing,scrapbooking(a little),and just about anything else that is artsy. One of my favorite places is Telegraph Cove, on Vancouver Island, very historic and beautiful. Love to watch movies, all kinds. Like to read books(any thing by Belva Plain) and serial killers, true crime, that sort of reading. I try to overcome my fears and phobias by facing them head on!