About Marlene

Marlene is a freelance writer and Cold Fusion Web Applications developer living in Phoenix, Arizona. Her column, "Words of Mind" is widely published internationally in spiritual and holistic journals, newspapers and magazines, as well as mainstream media.

Taking a quiet sideways glance at life, Marlene offers insight through her words from experiences. A student of new-thought teachings, Marlene finds practical spirituality around every corner and seeks wisdom through observation of life's inter-relationships. Sometimes playful, sometimes poignant, always thought-provoking, her writing inspires readers in meaningful ways.

She is a member of American Mensa, Ltd. Marlene holds degrees in Communications and Psychology from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and is a lifelong student of classical voice, piano and the performing arts, as well. Marlene studied piano at Interlochen (National Music Camp) in Northern Michigan, and studied the Cecchetti method of ballet, including pointe. She is trained in classical voice, and plays acoustic guitar.

She lives with 2 Dobermans who run her life and allow her to pay the mortgage, feed and spoil them. In her spare time, Marlene enjoys dancing, photography, solving puzzles, traveling.

Currently she serves as:

President of the University of Michigan Club of Greater Phoenix (2006-2010)
a member of the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Marriage & Family Therapy Credentialing Committee
a member of American Mensa, Ltd. (30 years)

Pioneering efforts include:

Founder of 2 state-wide nonprofit corporations
Founder of 1 national 501(c)(7) nonprofit corporation
Founder of 1 national 501(c)(3) charitable foundation

Hobbies and interests:

Voice talent, movie extra
Weight lifting/bodybuilding
Dance: tap, freestyle, caribbean, ballet
Sewing
Photography
Bicycling, walking
History, philosophy, exploration
Travel - domestic & international

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