Dorothy Spencer GoldenThe author, an avid reader, is a native of Louisville, Kentucky. She grew up in a family in which music, art, poetry and literature were valued. Her dad could often be heard reciting Longfellow or singing arias from some of the world's greatest opera. By the time she was four years old she, along with her older sisters, was reciting Paul Revere's Ride as well as The Night Before Christmas. She became an elementary school teacher in the Jefferson County (Kentucky) Public School System at a time when music education was part of the daily curriculum. She later co-authored curriculum guides and worked in supervisory and administrative positions. She retired from the school system several years ago after having worked in several positions for nearly thirty years. Her intention at that time was to write children's books. Read More Read Less