An education that includes four years in the US Navy, a BA from Willamette University, a MTh from Southern Methodist University, A DMin from San Ensalmo University, followed by thirty eight years a...view moreAn education that includes four years in the US Navy, a BA from Willamette University, a MTh from Southern Methodist University, A DMin from San Ensalmo University, followed by thirty eight years as a church pastor has prepared me for writing this book on forgiveness and spiritual growth. Being the father of four dynamic daughters has given me the perspective of a healthy and growing family dynamic. Living in the Pacific Northwest has given me an appreciation for the nautical opportunities right out our door, which I enjoy often, and which is the setting for the novel.
With the exception of the skipper, all the characters herein are ficticious, only the principles of personal growth are actual.
I live in Renton, home of the Boeing 737 plant, and Seahawk headquarters. In retirement I have enjoyed a variety of part time jobs, such as Microsoft security, Seattle tour guide with Show Me Seattle, Boeing tour guide, Caribbean charter skipper, and currently I am a Reverse Mortgage Specialist with M&T Bank, working with senior financing. I am married to Kathy who helps me remember the birthdays of fourteen grandchildren, and three great-grandsons. We are active at First Presbyterian Church of Bellevue.view less