I was fortunate to grow up in a large family; I had six siblings, and a life full of adventure.  My mother was an avid reader, and my father was the writer.  In addition to writing books of my own, my brother, Curt Vick, and one of my sisters, Annette Asbill, have each written and published their own books (my other four sisters write as well). Being one of seven children helped me to learn the art of negotiation, compromise and working together.  These skills have been beneficial throughout my professional life as a Human Resources Director, Town Administrator, teacher/educator in public school systems in both Florida and New York State, an adjunct professor at the community college and, of course, a published author.  Through my many journeys I was fortunate to work with four dynamic women in co-authoring a children's book, Animal Tails; this was a wonderful and rewarding experience.  Reading and writing have always been passions of mine, and I feel blessed to be in a position to enjoy them.