Monique M. Rogers is a creative, journalistic and technical writer. She holds an Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts with emphasis in journalism and a Bachelor's of Arts in English. She also received a diploma in graphic design and desktop publishing, and owns a freelance writing and event coordinating business. A Congenital Heart Defect (CHD) patient, she volunteers with WakeMed Mended Hearts Chapter 394, where she was recently elected Media Chair. Contact Monique at monique.m.rogers@gmail.com or www.moniquemrogers.com. Monique’s “My Midlife” blog is also available at www.moniquemrogers.com.