Born in Olds, Alberta Canada. Attended the University of Utah, B.S. degree in Political Science. Had planned to apply for admission to the American University in Beirut to study Middle Eastern Affa...view moreBorn in Olds, Alberta Canada. Attended the University of Utah, B.S. degree in Political Science. Had planned to apply for admission to the American University in Beirut to study Middle Eastern Affairs when the war broke out in Lebanon. Has traveled in the Middle East pursuing his interests in ancient history, archeology, and global geopolitics. Currently living in Scottsdale, Arizona with his wife Gail.view less