Jacquelyn j mcclintock was born and raised in Houston tx she is the youngest of 4 children. She began writing poetry at the age of 12 as a coping skill when she gets depressed. She currently suffers from bipolar and schizophrenia and writing helps deal with her illness. She writes poetry hoping to inspire or motivate anyone who may be going through what she is. Jackie hopes to write her life story in the future.