I’ve wanted to be a writer since the age of five when I pounded out my first story on my Mom’s typewriter. (Yes, I am at least that old to have used a typewriter.) I was the Editor of every school newspaper through high school (and as a military brat, I went to a whole lotta schools), wrote my first paid magazine article in my teens, and served as Editor/Publisher/Writer for a multiple award-winning international publication called Middle Eastern Dancer for 14 years. (If you’re stumped on the title, think belly dance, and yes, add that to my list of non-traditional expressive outlets). In years before and aft, I’ve covered space news for newspapers, lifestyle choices for magazines, interviewed celebrities for entertainment publications and became co-owner/Editor-Writer for a film/TV/Commercial industry newsletter. My passions are cooking & baking, travelling, family, reading, ballroom dancing, and always, writing.
Some writers are challenged to find their voice and direction. I face a daily identity crisis. Some days I’m Karen Kuzsel– embedded deeply within the hospitality, meetings & events, and entertainment industries as an active member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI), International Society of Event Specialists (ISES), or as a Contributing Editor (writer) for the meetings industry trade publication, Prevue Magazine. Other days my alternate ego bursts through. Then I am Natasha, The Psychic Lady, a professional performer for corporate and social functions. I’ve starred on radio, TV, appeared in films, and have been featured in books, magazines and newsletters. I can pledge not to show up for a magazine interview dressed in a flamboyant costume, but I can’t promise that Natasha’s insights and sensitivities don’t influence my ability to listen and respond.
This blog is an amalgamation of all who I am and will be an evolution of whom I will be. These will be the stories of life’s adventures that encompass my passions: whether it’s sampling tasty fare, luxuriating at an amazing resort or city, or just being lucky enough to touch the lives of memorable, caring people. I hope you’ll occasionally be along for the journey.
Peace.
Great job, Karen!
Thanks. You read that quickly. I appreciate your comment and time.
Hi Karen!
I hope I’ve properly signed up for your fabulous blog! If not, please walk me through it!
I don’t want to miss a single entry.
XO,
Sherri Cortland
You are so sweet. Just this morning I received a note from a friend who went online to read this post, but all she could talk about was the review of your book. She has been studying metaphysics and can’t wait to read both your books.