March 16, 2009:I thought I'd better update this page for the sake of anyone who may be wondering where I've gone and where I'm going. I am alive and well, but for the foreseeable future I will be focusing on non-Harry Potter fiction. I am hard at work on a novel that's been in the back of my mind for a number of years. By some miracle, it's going very well so it may be awhile before I get back to fanfiction. But I did want to thank everyone who has read my stories and send a huge cyber-hug to all those who took the time to review them. It's primarily because of you that I have the confidence to move ahead with what appears, so far at least, to be something that may very well see publication. I plan to keep this account open and will try to post occasional updates, but please feel free to PM me if you have questions or just want to say "Hi!" I love you all. Take care!

Cassandra

Call me Cassandra. I'm a fourth-generation Coloradan, the mother of a grown son who flies for Sky West Airlines, a writer, former editor, and amateur astrologer with a strong interest in history and a mild addiction to politics. I've helped run several political campaigns and have been asked to run for office myself, which I briefly considered in all seriousness before sobering up and coming to my senses. I enjoy reading, especially mysteries, biographies, and well-written romances, as well as (of course!) the Harry Potter books. I am owned by two dogs, a Westie (Charlie) and Sheltie (Belle) with whom I enjoy going for long walks. I also enjoy gardening, listening to classical music and jazz, and lately, writing fanfics. I have been a card-carrying member of WCAWLHPTM (Women of a 'Certain Age' Who Love Harry Potter Too Much) for some time, but only recently discovered fanfics and started writing them in an effort to overcome a bad case of writer's block. I love to read reviews and leave them whenever I have anything constructive to say.

I can frequently be found on a couple of forums, The Reviews Lounge and The Sober Universe (which tends to attract a more 'mature' or experienced crowd). Links are included below. Hope to 'see' you there!

The Reviews Lounge: http://www.fanfiction.net/forum/The_New_Reviews_Lounge/51103/

The Sober Universe (SU): http://www.fanfiction.net/forum/The20Sober20Universe20SU/40863/