WELCOME TO MY PORT Ann Patterson writes with the goal of serving as an ADVOCACY WRITER for people everywhere. She wants you to think about your path, to serve & bless community & the world. A writer she loves the craft and seeks to constantly improve. A lesbian, Ann's path to personal freedom & joy is described in "Out at Sixty." A counselor, she informs readers of its value. Ann grew up during WW II & writes stories of those years in America. She was named in editions of Marquis Who's Who in America & the World. Is Author of ten books."Willing to take risks" turtle symbolizes Ann. N.A.F.P. name: TURTLE DOVE.