Angela Doll Carlson is a poet and essayist best known for her work as Mrs Metaphor found on her blog at www.mrsmetaphor.com Mrs Metaphor connects the dots of daily life in an attempt to humbly reach the deep "a-ha" we all seek. Angela began to write as Mrs Metaphor in 2006 and has maintained an eclectic and dedicated following ever since. Angela is also the founder and developer of The Wise Woman, a faith-based program of initiation, self-discovery and growth. Ms Carlson has led women through the in-depth and intense voyage of what it means to be beloved of God, wife, mother, daughter, sister, and mentor. She has seen the life changing nature of women's work and has been leading women's groups and spiritual retreats in the Chicago and Nashville areas since 1994. More information can be found at thewisewoman.org & doxasoma.com Angela currently resides in Chicago, IL with her husband, David and her 4 outrageously spirited yet remarkably likeable children.