I grew up in San Diego, California, served in the US Navy, and somehow ended up living in the Southern Forests of Western Australia. This is where I write about the life that unfolded from all of that — the travel, the hobbies, the experiences, and the quieter pleasures of the golden years.
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The Love That Made Van Gogh a Legend
Vincent van Gogh’s legend is attributed not only to his artistic genius but also to the unwavering support of his brother Theo and sister-in-law Johanna, who preserved his legacy and introduced his art to the world after their deaths. … More The Love That Made Van Gogh a Legend
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Van Gogh Museum – Amsterdam
Melissa and I visited the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, marveling at Vincent’s prolific output and dedication to his craft. His hard work and commitment to mastering art were inspiring. The visit created lasting memories, captured in this video showcasing his remarkable work. … More Van Gogh Museum – Amsterdam
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Under the knife: Surgery for Melissa
Melissa’s unexpected hospital stay at St John of God Murdoch was brief, yet she is recovering well. The experience highlighted the exceptional care provided by the staff, contrasting with the ongoing healthcare debates in the United States. Dr. Arthur Wilson expresses gratitude for Australia’s universal healthcare system. … More Under the knife: Surgery for Melissa
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Celebrating our Wedding Anniversary: Melbourne 2026
Melissa and I celebrated our anniversary in Melbourne by exploring the city and enjoying quality time together. We visited the Formula 1 Exhibition, reflecting on our beautiful life and deepening our bond as partners. Life may not be perfect, but it’s fulfilling. … More Celebrating our Wedding Anniversary: Melbourne 2026
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Hobbies
Travel
“Travel has always been part of the journey — from economy, business class and First Class, one upgrade at a time. I’ve walked every continent, but Australia is where I chose to land.”
Travel didn’t arrive as a gift; I just wanted to travel. Successful people in movies and TV travelled…so… I wanted to travel one day. I started with the dream of catching a flight someplace…not sure it mattered where. Then I was able fly economy, but then I wanted to fly premium economy. So I had to work and study to could fly premium economy… then then enjoy the benefits of business and First Class so I could relax before and during the flights.
No one handed me a boarding pass. While most of my family stayed grounded. I’ve been fortunate to walk every continent, but still, the sweetest landing spot in the world to me is Australia: the place I chose, where opportunity didn’t just open—it beckoned, teased, and challenged to walk through.
Music
Music has always been the thread between my worlds. My favorite band is Chic—Nile Rodgers’ guitar has followed me across continents, from San Diego to Belgium to Fremantle, and every time the lights go down, I’m right back where I started: present, alive, and certain. My playlists carry the same geography: R&B that moves like memory, jazz that lingers in the silence, LoFi that keeps me company during the quiet work of council papers and academic prose. The right song doesn’t just mark a moment—it holds the door open for the next one.
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