I am someone who loves to learn to do new things. I am a college professor in the chemistry, but in my free time I love to garden, cook, bake, read (big Lord of the Rings fan), and write. I am also a musician (piano and pipe organ). I love a good cup of coffee or tea. My husband and I have two dogs (bichon poodle mixes) and three cats who are the real bosses of the house. I am equally comfortable with a sewing machine and skill saw, and I love creating useful things. I recently discovered that fountain pens are super cool, hence my venture into the world of penfriends. Feel free to say hello!