Dear Grace,
I just read your beautiful words.You do certainly have a wonderful talent.You asked what I do for a living.I am a writer.A gypsy poet. Much of my work can be heard on the CBC radio in Canada.I teach my words in schools in Canada and do reading and stuff at art galleys and the such.I have just published a book of my poetry.You can get to know the writer me at
www.geocities.com/shereekg
I also write articles for newspapers in Canada and do articles and music reviews for two Canadian music magazines as well as write song lyrics for the folk group Tanglefoot and have songs on their CDs.They tour down your way.You will love them.I was also a nurse for over 20 years.What do you do?
I followed my heart to Ireland.
Do you know the music of the Christian group IONA? They might be interested in your poem/song lyrics.A friend of mine Cindy Spear Polley wrote two of their last songs on their CD INTO THE MORN.Check them out.
Peace be with you.