What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
Every morning that I am blessed to open my eyes is confirmation that I still have things to accomplish before my life is over. As a result, I get out of bed to finish tasks from yesterday; respond to do-over-days which allows an opportunity to correct a wrong I might have caused or to help mend a broken-heart, and/or welcome the blessing of another day which allows me to walk amongst the living.
When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
It’s rare not to be writing when your profession is that of a writer/author. Therefore, I am always writing unless I decide to unhook from technology. At these times, I load my F-150 Pickup Truck with primitive camping gear and head for the hills/campgrounds with my German shepherd. Otherwise, I am a regular patron at community gyms and pools. I use these facilities 5-days a week to maintain a healthy life-style. I also spend time riding my motorcycle; as a long distance bicyclist - I participate in fundraisers, and actively function in my position as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
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