As I build this site you will see more poetry, my own artwork (hopefully), and news about my world. If you have constructive suggestions or comments please feel free to share them with me. I greatly value input and feedback about my work. Hope you enjoy and find something here to pique your interest, touch your heart, or make you think...Peace and blessings. Previous Publications: 1975 Sylvania High School Syllabus-Top Honors 1982 The Toledo Blade/Peach Section - (Lifestyles & Entertainment Page) 'October Moon' 1994 National Library of Poetry Anthology 'In the Desert Sun' - Editor's Choice Award for 'Mother Earth' (revised, now entitled 'A Plea for Earth') 1995 National Library of Poetry Anthology 'A Far Off Place' - Editor's Choice Award for 'Summer Night' 1996 Who's Who in New Poets Volume I - Featured Artist with Biography - Two Featured Poems 'The Reach' and 'Summer Night' 2003 Noble House Anthology 'The Theatre of The Mind' - Bio and Poem 'Cleaning House'

The verses herein have been written over a lifetime of experiences and personal growth. Everything I write reflects someone, something, or some experience that has profoundly affected me, inspired me, or changed me in some fashion. Drawn to and affected by the natural world, I record my observations as my heart speaks to me. Writing is a true gift from the Creator and if one thing I write has a positive impact in another human being's life, then a portion of my obligation and gratitude will have been fulfilled. I welcome ideas and comments from other writers as well as readers...please write to me with your thoughts! I leave you with the following: Each of us experiences changes in our lives; some every day small ones, some larger and more far reaching than we can ever imagine when they occur. This site is dedicated to the belief that, no matter what, life is beautiful and what you make of it...journey on! KTJ October 2005