Since middle school, I have been in love with writing. I love the freedom to express myself and to be creative. Writing is one of the best medicines. On my list of things to do before I die is "publish a book." Tired of rushing through life and never living, I begin my first manuscript in the summer of 2009. I thought the book would take years to finish, but I became engrossed in my work as soon as I began. In September, my book was accepted by Publish America, and it was just released in February 2010. I can cross at least one thing off my list of dreams. Life is hectic right now, but I hope to continue writing and further my career in the future.