Born in Omaha, Nebraska and now resides in Cleveland, Georgia with her husband and four dogs. Four of her five children were adopted in various places in the world. Marie and family have lived in Harrogate England, Germany, and Turkey. She finds great joy in travel, cooking, writing and the people she meets every day. She is avid reader and loves Quilting. She is an active member of the Clarkesville Writers Group of Georgia where work is shared,critiqued and encouraged.