A native of Massachusetts, Carol Mays was one of the first female United Methodist ministers in the state of Virginia. She left the church because of increasing conflicts between h...view moreA native of Massachusetts, Carol Mays was one of the first female United Methodist ministers in the state of Virginia. She left the church because of increasing conflicts between her heart and mind. She then spent thirty-five years exploring many religions and philosophies before finding satisfying answers. She is a poet and nature-lover.view less