Stevie BackusStevie Backus writes with raw honesty, drawing from her diverse experiences as a soldier, scholar, and survivor of traumatic brain injury. Her poetry blends grit, vulnerability, humor, and heart, reflecting a life marked by resilience. After enlistin in the Army at 30 during the COVID-19 pandemic, Stevie faced a severe TBI that led to months of recovery at Walter Reed. This journey reignited her determination to grow, leading her to pursue a degree in Emergency and Disaster Management, graduating with honors. Currently, she resides with her two Australian Cattle Dogs, Sparks and Lilly Belle, and her bearded dragon, Leroy who inspire her work and provide unconditional love. Read More Read Less