Hello I am a recently retired Elementary School teacher. I'm looking forward to writing and reviewing on this wonderful site. I often write for "therapeutic" reasons. I usually express myself with pen & paper to be transferred to the computer later, because I wish to keep my rough drafts and original thoughts. I love poetry and short stories. I'm interested in writing children's books. Storytime was always a special part of the day in my classroom. Childhood memories, and 32 years of experience working with children have taught me what young readers like and what their interests are in literature.