I've come to believe that storytelling is one of humanity's

oldest and most enduring callings.

Long before books, cameras, podcasts, or even written language, people gathered to share their experiences, preserve their history, and pass along what they had learned. We still do the same today, only with different tools. Every article I write, every historic site I visit, every artifact I study, every photograph I take, every conversation I record, and every mile I walk begins with the same purpose: to discover stories worth preserving. Some are found in forgotten places. Others are waiting in the lives of ordinary people. Each offers a window into our shared human experience. Through writing, history, anthropology, media, and a lifetime of service, I seek to tell those stories in ways that educate, encourage, and inspire.

I am a Writer

Writing is where ideas become stories. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in Creative Writing because I wanted to strengthen both the craft and discipline of storytelling. Whether I'm writing fiction, exploring American life through essays, or reflecting on experiences in the outdoors, my goal is to create stories that inform, inspire, and leave readers with something worth carrying long after they reach the final page.

I'm also a Historian

History reminds us that the present did not appear overnight. After completing a Bachelor of Arts in History, I continue to explore the people, places, and events that shaped America, with a particular interest in military history and the stories that often go untold. Every battlefield, historic home, and forgotten trail offers another opportunity to understand the choices, sacrifices, and ideas that continue to influence our lives today.

I'd like to be an Anthropologist

Anthropology has become the newest chapter in my journey as a storyteller. While I remain an enthusiastic student of the field, I am continually learning about archaeology, material culture, and the ways people and societies adapt across time. As I pursue additional formal education in anthropology, I hope to deepen my understanding of the human experience and use those insights to tell richer, more meaningful stories.

I am an amateur Media Artist

Every story deserves the medium that tells it best. Through photography, videography, podcasting, and digital media, I enjoy capturing moments and sharing ideas in ways that words alone sometimes cannot. Although I currently approach media arts as an enthusiastic amateur, I continue to develop those skills and look forward to pursuing more formal education as I expand the ways I tell stories.

I served and became a Veteran

My years in the United States Air Force shaped the values that guide everything I do today: service, perseverance, integrity, and commitment. Those lessons continue to influence my writing, my scholarship, my adventures outdoors, and the way I approach every project. Service did not end when I left the uniform. It simply found new ways to continue through storytelling, education, and sharing what I have learned with others.