Early years in Venice Beach, then the desert in California, early teens in rural central Utah, then high school and college in SLC. Western Oregon since early 80's. Lover of books, birds, trees, beaches, Alaska, Hawaii, SF, NYC, Seattle, Portland... I organize books for fun at the library, knit, crochet, cook, and love to walk. Petsitter for dogs, cats, bunnies, and the occasional hedgehog. Former restaurant and natural food store worker.