A picture of
my wonderful spouse, Donna, and me. Photo was taken 5/2004 near Derby, England
Pictures from our trip
to Europe: Click Here or on the link above "France
2014"
Personal
Born in Akron, Ohio. Married 2002, my bride, Donna, brought both a son
and daughter into my life. Tragically, her son and his girlfriend were both
killed by a drunk driver, January 2003. My son and daughter-in-law have two
sons and a daughter (Ben, Sam & Olivia). They now live in Washington state. Our grandsons Caleb John, Bryson
and granddaughter Abree Marie, daughter Melissa and
son-in-law Ryan live near Dallas, TX.
Education
I attended Akron University, taking Liberal Arts courses, as well as, self
study. I have also attended George Mason
University in Virginia. You're never too old to go back to school. Currently, studying French with tutor.
Current Work
Retired to my workshops. Woodworking, photography, painting, computing, and so much more! Webmaster of
the following web sites, and of the www.div4.org, and www.field-engineering-blog.com
Interests
As with everyone, my interests are varied and to some, they may think
boring. Computers and
Computing, Oil Painting, Photography, Numismatics (the study of
coins), Railroad Modeling (the historically modeling of a railroad), Electronics, Woodworking, Reading
(when I get a chance) and much more. Naturally I can only do one thing at a
time, so when the fancy hits, I get the gear out and go for it.
Places of Interest
England, France & the Alps - We had a great time, the people were very
friendly.
Toronto, Ontario - A great city with unlimited entertainment in many
different forms.
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario - A quaint little town full of ambiance. The Prince
of Wales Hotel.
Alaska - Everything.
New York City - Most everything.
The USA and Canada.
Current Projects
Learning to speak French.
Several DIY videos on repairing HO Locomotives and installing LED lighting in passenger cars. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIEtHYTz_5ExmtJyInvrMag
Time-Lapse video of my current and past art installations. See it at www.vimeo.com/10389138 and www.vimeo.com/7129101
Vacation to France.
Last Books Read
Nero Wolfe mysteries by Rex Stout
SUNDAY NIGHTS at SEVEN, The Jack Benny Story, by Jack Benny and His Daughter Joan
Lord Peter Whimsey by Dorothy L. Sayers
Adam Smith's, The Wealth of Nations.
Learning to Live the Love We Promise by Lewis B. Smedes. About the
way we relate to others. Our commitments past, present and future.
Ways of Knowing and Caring for Older Adults by Mary Burke & Susan
Sherman. It explores gerontological nursing's dominant theories, contemporary
and futuristic conditions that require changes to improve the quality of life
and quality of care for the elderly. Talks about Chaos, Research, Trail and
Error, Nursing Home Design, Acute Care, Knowing and Caring for the Patient, and
Quality of Care.
Philosophy
Family and friends are the most important part of our lives. Without them we
are nothing. Giving is better than receiving.
Having a loving wife is the greatest.
To be continued...
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