Deryn is a writer, artist, and lover of nature and travel. Born in the previously named Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) from 1820 Settler pioneering stock, she has traveled the world, moving to South Africa and the United Kingdom. She retired from her career as an exploration cartographer and housing manager and now lives in the United States of America. Her rich adventures have enabled her to write about transforming life’s experiences. Deryn is a contributing author/illustrator to several books. She writes a blog for “Crossing My Bridges,” which is about transitions through grief, new destinations, and the second half of life. She has also contributed to “How 7 Women of Faith Manifest GODLY Success Through Spiritual Intimacy.” She also contributed to the “In All Things” boxed set. She has published "Sunrise to Sunset," "Who am I? What has God got to do with it? Does it Matter? "The Journey: Your Guide from Loss to the Land of New Dreams<" and her first illustrated children's book, "Whois Mouses Friend?"