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Mark Twain famously said, “The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter. ’tis the difference between the lightning bug and the lightning.” I am neither the writer nor do I have the wit of Twain (does anyone?), but I share his appreciation for the power of language.

I have been described as a “lumper, not a splitter,” as I look for connections and commonalities among seemingly different things. I’m infinitely curious. I believe it is never too late to follow a dream. My goal is for these qualities to come through in my works and in my writings.

I am proud to be a member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors. I am pleased to be among the honorees from the New York State Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest, receiving Honorable Mention for the Best COVID-19 Feature Story.

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