I was born in Neptune NJ, and lived in New Jersey until the age of twelve, when my sister and I moved to Oregon. We had a very traumatic childhood as we had no choice but to live with someone that had dangerous tendencies. Our mother had issues with alcohol, so we rarely had anyone in our corner. I started writing at age 12, and at first it was a form of self-therapy. My writing journey changed when I turned seventeen, to include some brighter times in my life. I still had flashbacks and dark days, but I was more able to manage them. Soon after, I met God and when I did, I almost completely changed. I say almost because the past is always a part of me and had a hand in making me who I am, but I now realize if it all hadn’t happened, I do not know what kind of person I would be. I was married twice, had two children, and became a widow at 53 years old.
Now, I have a life partner that is a veteran and an amazing man. I now live a peaceful life and I am very appreciative of that.
I have one book and it is a poetry and art book. The poetry has been written over the course of my life, and the artwork I just started doing about seven years ago. I did most of it for our local Hospice organization. Hospice would give one to the family of a client they had lost. I mostly do animals and scenery.
With a joy like I'd never known
Although my life is not perfect
I'm no longer walking alone
Are not far apart
they're found in the depths
Of a strong woman's heart.
And I'm reminded each day
Not to expect it
But to give it away.
It is only when we realize our true purpose and worth, and we share it, that we can experience true joy
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