When I was a kid I loved playing all sports, riding my bike (I could ride a wheelie all day - I had great balance), listening to music, and doing art projects - creating things. My gifts to others are usually things I make, there just aren't items to buy in the stores that have as much meaning and personalization as I like. One of my biggest pet peeves is that I hate buying greeting cards from the store because they never say EXACTLY what I want to say or look how I want them to look. Also, they're read once and tossed, and they cost at least 5 bucks!

At 21, I got married to my sweetheart and 2 months later, started college. Much to the concern of my in-laws, I loved creating art so much that I decided to pursue a degree in Graphic Design instead of becoming a Dentist or Medical Doctor, where my interests were as well. Although I may have made a little more money in either of the two latter vocations my decision has paid off with my career and I am grateful, happy and blessed to be able to do what I love. (I did get the chance to fulfill my interest in medicine by becoming a Combat Medic in the Army for 6 years and it was an honor to serve my country during Desert Storm.) After 38 years, my wife still critiques my art and photographs and she helps me come up with new projects. I love having someone to bounce ideas off and get honest opinions, even if they differ from mine.

When people like you, from all around the world communicate with me through my Etsy site and purchase my items or ask for custom products that I get to create, I am so grateful for the talents God has given me and that I am able to share them with so many people. My inspiration comes from YOU! Thank you so much for helping me live one of my dreams.