Hello my name is Judy Phillips. I was born in Merced, Calif and grew up in the mountain area near McSwain Lake and Exchequer Dam in Mariposa County. I Graduated from Merced High School and currently live in Gloversville, NY with my 2 tiny toy poodles Goldie and Lady. I have been writing poetry for years. It gives me an outlet for all my emotions whatever they happen to be at that time.