Michael is a native Missourian. Born in the gren hills of norh central Missouri he moved to Kansas City at a very early age and has lived the bulk of his life in he the greater Kansas City Metropolitan area. Some fifteen yeas ago Michael began seriously writing. Most of his energies have been focused on poetry. He has been published in a number of vinues - both print and online and has conducted many readings throught thae Kansas City area as well. He is maried and has 4 grown children. For the past twenty five years he has worked in a mental health related field. When Michael is no writing or reading his other passions include baseball, wine, and music.