Mary Hendrickson, a retired teacher residing on Whidbey Island in Puget Sound, Washington, has always had a passion for storytelling and history. Her 40-year teaching career, including 17 years at a home for juvenile delinquent boys, has deeply influenced her understanding of human nature and the power of personal transformation.

In her retirement, she remains an active member of her church community and continues to nurture her creative spirit through crafting and card-making.