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Gloria J. Fluker was born in Texas and raised in Los Angeles, California. She was recruited to Eugene, Oregon, where she attended the University of Oregon. She received her M.S. in Counseling and her B.S. in Elementary Ed. She retired from a career as a Parole and Probation officer after 21 years in the field of corrections. She enjoys time with her two grandchildren, music, dancing, and the serenity of the ocean. She also enjoys reading poetry and mysteries and having stimulating interactions with others.

Straight From The Heart: A Collection of Thoughts is her first book. Take a moment and think about a time when you’re having trouble finding words to express yourself. Know that you are not alone. Then walk through Straight From the Heart and receive the new gifts life has in store.

Ms. Fluker has written poems that are straight from the fiber of human emotion. The words are enlightening, persuasive and powerful. You will feel the pain, anger, tension, sadness, and loneliness of a flawed relationship.