Introduction

I'm Jessica. I am a 27 year old, first year, college student. I actually registered and started classes at UH 8 years ago. I withdrew from my classes after getting very sick and not knowing why. Turns out I have severe Cronic Renal Disease (Kidney Disease). I've survived alot of life since then and accomplished great things. I have a 3 year old daughter and have been married 6 years. Both my husband and my daughter are my greatest accomplishments, for several reasons. My husband, because, he has always been my strenght and encouragement. My daughter, because, the odds were against me and she came out perfect and I survived. Several months after leaving school I found out why I was so sick and started treatment. Kidney Disease is something I will always have and we have learned to live with.

I have written about many things, from life experience to wine pairing with meals. I have always been able to sit and write out my thoughts and feelings about anything. I have written several articles in a magazine my husband and I use to publish. I am my worst critic, feeling constantly like my work is lacking. I have always been eager to research topics. I like to be well versed on a subject before writing about it. After, my daughter was born, I started a new business that is now popping up all over. It was an indoor playground for children 0-6yrs. old. We did tons of birthdays on the weekends and I was always writing fun little puppet shows and sing alongs for the kids. (Does that count?) I have always been one to write long letter and start discussions about anything that interests me. I also have experience in creative writing for marketing products, concepts, things of that nature. I would not say that I am a good writer, just willing to try, and improve.

Besides, the me with the bad kidneys, I have many interests and loves in life. The main one is travel! We have been to several countries, on amazing adventures into different cultures. I love to document our experiences through photographs. I have thousands of pictures! I am a big lover of music, of all genres. I acquired this passion from my husband, who had a band for several years. But, my true and lifelong love is reading. It takes me to a calm and relaxed place, where my mind can imagine and dive in. Right now I am really into the Allyn & Bacon, Guide to Writing. A bit of humor!

Here's my cynical side. If I have not answered any of the questions completely, just let me know. I can go on for hours. My friends always joke and say, "Don't get her started!"

Jessica