You've got to know where you've been...

Over the years I've dabbled in a bit of "This and That" in an attempt to find what I truly enjoyed doing.



I have a rich musical heritage. From family stories, I know that my Great-Grandfathers on both sides were very talented, "They could play anything with strings." My Grandpa on my Dad's side was a guitarist who built his own instruments. My uncles all played and were Music Ministers on occasion at their churches. One of my hopes in life was to have just one of their guitars as a keepsake and a reminder, but I have memories and even some video of my uncles playing and singing.



A few years back, I started writing a column for a monthly company newspaper with worldwide distribution. Sloan Wilson (author of "The Man in the Grey Flannel Suit") was a consultant with my company and was my chief editor. He was merciless. That was a wonderful blessing! For the first few months, my articles came back dripping in red ink; "Clarify!", "What are you attempting to say?", "This road leads to nowhere!". He gave suggestions and helped me hone my own style of writing.



From there, I started writing radio PSA's for my church. My oldest daughter was in 3rd grade at the time. I would write the PSA, pick her up from school and drive to the local radio station where we would record for broadcast. I spoke fast, and she was very cute. I needed retakes, she was a first read superstar.



Two years ago I published my first book; "The King's Call". It's about knowing and doing what you are specifically called to do with your life. It is on Amazon.com under the author name "W A Nelson". I'll post a picture and a link just in case you might want a copy. I am currently working on a second book with plans for at least two more.



My Bride, Father-in-Law, Brother-in-Law and Sister-in-Law are all wonderful and "developing" photographers with an enjoyable knack for writing narratives. (If I can figure out how, I'll give you the links to their blogs.)



So what did I find that I really enjoy as a hobby? Music and Writing.



On this Blog, I'll be posting my thoughts about just anything that happens to cross my mind. A variety of topics, some you may even agree with.