Joe might work as an IT professional, but don’t let that fool you—his passions go way beyond the screen. He lives in Middle Tennessee with his wife, with three adult children on their own in the world, and two kids they still have at home. He also has Vanya, their Doberman who’s fully convinced she’s in charge. Joe spends his time finding balance between family life, travel, and creative projects. He’s always ready for a new adventure, whether that’s exploring a new culture, plotting the next family getaway, or or mastering the art of minimalist packing of a carry-on bag. When he’s not at work or on the move, you’ll likely find Joe in his wood shop, surrounded by tools and sawdust, crafting something new from scratch. Building with his hands offers him a peaceful escape from his tech-filled world, and he takes pride in creating projects from the ground up. Though Joe has always had a natural gift for spinning a good story, starting with fictional short stories he wrote just for fun, writing has over time become a way for him to reflect and connect with the world around him. With plenty of life experiences under his belt, he’s full of stories waiting to be told. While he may not claim the title of “writer,” one thing’s for sure—there’s a lot more coming from this guy. Life’s been a bit of an adventure for Joe—whether he’s at home or halfway across the globe, he’s always ready for the next chapter. No matter where life takes him, he’s constantly learning, growing, and finding new stories to tell along the way.
