What is this page… about?

Looking at this part of setting up this web site, I heard a voice – a sinister voice – saying the phrase above in what could be described as a Peter Lorre accent.

Maybe it should be about me. After all, I ordered up this page and I will likely renew my membership if I feel up to it next August. Maybe not.

Okay. Here goes. About me:

I was born outside Washington D.C., weaned in Pittsburgh, grew up outside of Cleveland, came of age in Chillicothe (Ohio. There is more than one Chillicothe), and have spent most of my adult life between southern Ohio and Texas.

I’ve worked both sides of the camera on television, did radio for longer than I should have, worked on an offshore oil rig, sold stuff, and have been trying to be a serious writer.

Married twice. Two kids of my own and am step-dad to four others.

I am an Episcopalian. Cradle. Stayed with it for two reasons; one, for the good works most of the Episcopalian churches I know of do some fantastic work out in the community; for the other, I like Pepsi Cola… an anagram for Episcopal. (Go ahead and try it yourself. I’ll wait.)

I like to write.

I’ve done it almost since I’ve been able. Sometimes more than others. While I was in radio, I loved writing commercials. When I sold stuff, I loved writing scathing letters to the editor. Still do, occasionally. I’ve written short stories, poetry, song parodies, a few “naughty” pieces, and I’ve written several novels. Sitting down on a Wednesday afternoon writing about me is a breeze. I’m enjoying myself.

Hope you are, too.

There’s not much more to tell. I am owned by what I term as an “American Oliohound” I refer to as “The Dog Filbrix.” The better half and I live in a nice house in a small town I refer to as “My little corner of the DFW Metromess.”

I was once told by a writing coach that some writers find ways to bolster their creativity. Some write standing up. Some write while drunk. Some do their best work while naked. I figured that if I were to write drunk, standing up, and naked, I would be a success. I seldom drink and I’ve found that standing for long periods is tiring. That leaves my being a closeted naturist as my only asset as a writer. (Do let me know if you are coming for a visit, so I can present myself appropriately to your tastes.)

That’s about it. Nothing more to tell for the moment. You will find bits and pieces of my life’s story contained in the pages to come.

Be Seeing You!