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My name is Donna Marie Lawrence, but my family calls me DaMarie, thus the name. I am an observer of people. Watching and listening to how interactions occur between people has always fascinated me. This revelation might come as a surprise to some of my family and friends, however. 

I was raised in Kentucky, earning a BA Degree in Art, but now reside in Colorado. Both states hold special meaning for me, and the many experiences I've had are ones I draw on for writing. Before my new profession as an author and blogger, I taught briefly but spent most of my years as a data analyst (data scientist). I suppose that analyzing data is akin to studying people and their motives, so it was an easy transition to move to authorship. 

For many years, I have been a political observer, and my stint as President of a local employee union has exposed me to the many machinations of the political machine. Being immersed in case studies and laws forced me to learn about our political system. So, it should be no surprise that social advocacy and individual rights drive my voice these days. Writing is a passion I’ve had since putting pencil to paper in my diary at eleven years of age. However, life has had different plans, and as I’ve grown older and experienced much, I hope I’ve learned a thing or two. 

Being a creative person, I like putting pen to paper, so doing a personal blog gives me an outlet when not working on my latest manuscript, drawing, painting, or writing music lyrics. I have had two poems placed on the 9/11 Museum online website, which you can visit by clicking here, then simply click on the blank pages to view each poem. 

I’m excited to announce that my debut novel, Miss Virginia and the Sweet Sisters: A Novel, was released in December 2022! Also, Looking In from Outside: Poetry & Prose was released in December 2023! Both are available for online purchase at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other local bookstores. You can read more about these books and other upcoming projects by visiting my author website at https://donnamarielawrence.com/books.

Yes, I write all the time. It’s become one of the many passions I enjoy. Until then, thank you for supporting me and this blog by visiting. I hope to share more of my experiences, thoughts, and poetry right here for you to read – God willing, so stay tuned.  

 

~ DaMarie