Cheryl Ries is an author, model and entrepreneur. She has written her own blog for several years now, as well as having been a guest author for other blogs. Her recent published works include, "Today’s The Day!", "Change For The Better", and a few other inspirational titles. She also writes fiction, such as "Beary Best Brothers". Cheryl was asked by an Italian author and poet to assist him in translating and publishing two volumes of Italian poems into English for the sake of broadening his audience. Since Cheryl has a passion for travel, especially to Italy, she has knowledge of the language and many connections to the country. She lives in the southwest USA, where she maintains a significant garden, collects plants and enjoys nature in all its splendor! Her interests also include snow skiing, hiking and a vivid desire to explore the world around her.