I have been writing for more than 40 years. I remember my first writings, short stories, essays, and poems were written when I was in elementary school. Then there was a time when I didn't write very much. In the past 20 years I have written work and church newsletters and articles, short stories, journals, and devotionals. From time to time I submit something for publication but truthfully have not made much of an effort. After this past writers conference, I am more motivated and inspired and want to get started seriously writing.