When Flowers Bloom

About the Book

What inspired me to write this book of tribute to President Obama was President Obama himself. A man so concerned about his fellow man that he chose to lead them, whatever the cost. I give thanks to almighty God who made all this possible for us all, not only myself. I had much support and prayers from family and friends which has seen me through this all. I believe the world could be a better place, and if a poem, or line or even a word could make it so then let it be. I believe our President can and has made the world a place of compassion for your brother and fair share to all. The love of my husband Brian a most beautiful person. The staunch strength and encouragement of my son Edward keeps me going everyday.

About the Author

I was born the middle child of seven children, I have three older sisters, two younger brothers and one younger sister. We all grew up together on the south side of Chicago. At the age of eighteen, I moved from home to a studio on 51st and Hyde Park. I cannot say how many times I walked the few blocks to the Museum of Science and Industry. I wrote poetry on the lake front across the street from me. I loved to take the Illinois Central train, to the main library and I promised myself if I came everyday I would eventually read every book in the place, no matter the subject. If you have seent this library then you cannot imagine these aspirations of a young lady. I didn't get to read them all but I had fun trying. I enrolled in Columbia College on Lake Shore Dr. as a Journalism major. A long way from home I now live, retired in Sacramento California.