Writing, Pies and Balance by Teresa MI Schaefer I began writing when I was eight. But being a bit of a late-bloomer, I have only recently pursued it with any great intent. Two years ago, I sought out a close friend who happens to be a published author and told her, “I want to pursue publishing books.” “That’s exciting,” she said. “What do you want to write?” My reply, “Picture books for children – the ones the adults also like to read and re-read and keep forever to read to t