Random Facts About Me

  • I am an introvert (INFJ).
  • I was born and raised in New York City.
  • I came out as a lesbian and fell in love for the first time at age 16.
  • I have always been fascinated by trains.
  • I met my wife, Amelia, on Twitter in 2020.
  • I am a master photographer, and have been taking pictures since age 8.
  • I have a rare condition called Female Pseudohermaphroditism. Everyone I know describes me as a hermaphrodite; I am okay with that.
  • I lost my virginity to a female friend at age 20.
  • Charles Kuralt once told my father that one day I would be a prolific writer.
  • I worked as a Paramedic and Firefighter for 22 years and 6 months, eventually making the rank of Lieutenant.
  • I was once called upon to assist with a medical emergency on a commercial airline flight.
  • I had my first job at age 16, working in a kitchen at a summer camp.
  • I once received a jury summons on Valentine’s Day.
  • I purchased my first house at age 26, for $45,000; I purchased my forever home at age 41 for $240,000.
  • I am a published author.
  • Fall is my favorite season. Winter is my least favorite season.
  • I attended boarding school in grades 9 through 12.
  • I started taking pictures of abandoned places around age 12.
  • I have had my life chronicled in the press and on the radio.
  • I was a summer camp counselor for a few years while I was in college.
  • I was once given a tour of The Kremlin, in Russia.
  • I was personally mentored by Allen Ginsberg.
  • I am Pagan.
  • I have several tattoos.
  • I have been completely naked in front of almost everyone I know.
  • I am a voracious reader.
  • My favorite tree is the pine.
  • I am infertile.
  • I have a collection of model trains and railroad memorabilia.
  • I almost always have music playing. I play music in the car, when I’m at home, and pretty much anytime when I’m not sleeping.
%d bloggers like this: