My name is Helena Lazaro. I grew up in Downey, home to the World's Oldest McDonald's, the first Taco Bell, Karen Carpenter, and The Blasters. I've also lived in Santa Monica, Venice Beach, and Los Feliz. I currently reside in Eagle Rock, perched atop a hill, at the end of a long stone staircase. I love Los Angeles, and am proud to call it home.

I used to write a lot more. Usually out of spite. Fortunately, I am still (on occasion) a spiteful woman.

I've been a receptionist, a researcher, a coordinator, and a field producer. I was supposed to be a teacher, but these things happened instead.

I like stuff that's bad for me.

I'm a Leo. I have one tattoo. I was born in 1979. I like to make things. I love cookies.