Date:         Tue, 10 Mar 1998 00:42:05 -0600
From: Kate Larson <kelarson@RURALTEL.NET>
Subject:      Filler: Hello....

I thought that I might introduce myself before you started
getting crits from a stranger. My husband insiststs that I am
strange.  That is a question that is yet to be decided.

For some of you I'm not a total stranger.  I have participated
in this group on and off now for about two years.  For Tink
and the rest of you, I was Kathleen "Kate" Kerlin, at least
until I was married about nine months ago.  Which was the
reason for leaving the list.  Getting married can be an
ordeal.  I definately don't want to do it again.

For a brief rundown of a bio...

I am Kathleen Larson, pastor, wife, and mother of two "teens"
(12 & 13).  I also do the bookeeping for my husband's computer
consulting business.

I steal a few hours in the early mornings and late evenings to
write everything from non-fiction related to my work as a
pastor to science fiction and fantasy novels.  As with most
writers I have several plates spinning at once in my writing
(and my life in general).  The most current projects are a
fantasy novel, a book on prayer and communion, an article on
women in ministry, and several short stories.

I have a writing partner, Mouse, my cat (originally it was the
family cat, but as with most cats she adopted me) who while
I'm at my keyboard lays on the desk next to my track ball
(hence her name).  I've discovered she has particular opinions
about writing in general and likes to be read to.
If I'm not at my computer writing I am reading or doing one of
my craft projects. And yes, Mouse, is right there with me.

I look forward to sharing with all of you.

Kathleen Larson
kelarson@ruraltel.net