Paula Mendoza-Hanna
I was born in Kalookan City, Philippines. Lived in Bahrain and Qatar for a spell. Grew up mostly in Richmond, B.C. Canada. I’ve lived in Austin for almost seven years now, and I call it home. My first true poetry love was e.e. cummings. I’ve had many since him, all of whom hold a dear place in my heart.
My current (love) affairs: Anne Carson. Alice Notley. Robert Hass.
Some other random bits of info (which will change according to mood and weather):
– The very first poem I wrote was about clouds.
– My favourite flavour is red.
– I can’t walk in heels.
– I am impressed by people who incorporate obscure, ridiculous and sometimes obselete words into casual conversation. (i.e. musketballs, valkyrie…)
– I don’t smoke. Except when I do.
You can read me here: www.tongueandteethpoems.blogspot.com
RIOT Ink 
Paula, It was nice to see you at the David Jewell event, which was a fine evening. Riot Ink is attractive and intelligent.
Paula,
Your poetry is imaginative and innovative. I looked you up after finding your Poem of the Issue in the Austin Chronicle on October 21st. I send out an e-mail newsletter about Austin poetry readings and events once or twice a month. If you would like to see it, either e-mail me: apsinformation@austinpoetrysociety.org or look at the Austin Poetry Society website, http://www.austinpoetrysociety.org under Newsletters.
Elzy Cogswell, President, Austin Poetry Society