One of my favorite sayings is that people always find the time to do the things they really want to do. Since I manage to fit reading, walking, and gardening into my schedule on a regular basis, those are the things I must really love to do. Mostly I read fantasy and science fiction. My favorite authors are Sheri Tepper, Charles de Lint, and Robin Hobb. I walk the dogs every afternoon, and I try (not always successfully to exercise some at school as well). I have lots of potted plants as well as an organic garden. I collect leaves for the compost pile from my neighbors, who probably think I am crazy. Things I like but don't find the time for very often include canoeing/kayakking, sailing, swimming, biking, camping, and hiking.