Born in England in 1957 and reared as a military child in several countries to include the USA, France, Germany and England. There are those who may refer to me as a "Military Brat" but I prefer to...ver maisBorn in England in 1957 and reared as a military child in several countries to include the USA, France, Germany and England. There are those who may refer to me as a "Military Brat" but I prefer to be considered as a "Military Spirit" or Military "Soul". The discovery of my poetic talent first came to light during my 7th grade year. The teacher, at the time, took the entire class outside in order to aid the inspiration of writing a poem and my creative effort shined through resulting in me receiving an "A". The fondness for the traditional form of poetry, strictly rhyme and time, simply grew and grew. Over the years my poetry has been recorded as song lyrics, accepted for print in various anthologies by the likes of the International Society of Poets, Dogma Publication and Forward Press.and has been read on radio. In 1992, I completed a Bsc in Computer Science from the University of Maryland which has aided in methodical thought processes being applied to my writing. My poetry appears extremely regimented appearing as soldiers in formation presumably due to military affiliation. I currently reside in the county of Norfolk, England which is of historical significance to the likes of Thomas Paine and Bodiccea and now serving host to me, Ladee Basset, the pen my sword. I believe the ability to express poetically is a gift that should be shared with others who enjoy poetry.ver menos