Analise is a Chicago native where she is a social worker providing clinical interventions for persons struggling with mental health concerns. She has dreamed of becoming a writer and helping many people overcome dark times in their lives. Analise is an avid reader, she knits, makes jewelry, watches movies and writes in her spare time. Her passion is in social services efforts, civil activities, and advocating for others in the communities. She is working on the second journal in the Shining Through Darkness Journaling Series©. Analise can be contacted at analisejosephreynolds@gmail.com.