Paying to get kidnapped, training with the Navy Seals, gaining hearing back in a deaf ear after 10 years and stand up comedy with the unconventional life of Gina Casazza Gina Casazza is a first-time children's author for her book: You Really, Truly Do Belong! She got the idea to write this book during a time in her life when she was conquering her own belief that she didn't belong in the world.   Gina loves using a variety of outlets to express her creativity. She enjoys taking chances, pushing boundaries, and going through the uncomfortable.   Gina has trained with a Navy SEAL, paid to be kidnapped, conquered her fear of snakes, and worked for Ralph Macchio and Penny Marshall. She lost all hearing in her left ear, was told she would never get it back, and proved them wrong.   Gina is also a stand-up comic, actress, writer, director, and business owner.