Hello & Welcome to expresspassion4life you amazing awesome human:        My name is Jodie Spartz , I was born and raised in the heart of Philadelphia, Pa. I have been weaving stories together since I wrote my first one at 9 years old! Growing up in Philadelphia, I learned early on that life isn't always a straight line no matter how much I wanted it to be. Life is a series of peaks, valleys, and unexpected turns. For a long time, I thought I was just "surviving" those turns. But looking back at the miles I've traveled- from the energy of Philly and the beautiful beaches of Los Angeles California to the stillness of Pineville, Louisiana , and the towering spirit of New York City - I realized I'm not just moving I am growing.          I also know now that m y writing is more than a craft; it's a testament to an epic story of resilience. During my travels I immersed myself in diverse communities, and ...