In the fall of 2006, my mother pleaded with me to start taking myself seriously. After have one of those long conversations with my inner critic, I took action. This, for better or worse, is my attempt. But on a serious note, I am from St. Louis area. I am a teacher by day and a dreamer at night. (Everyone wants to write the next New York bestseller. I am no different.) Stop by my port and give me your imput. Am I just wasting my time?