Charles McDonald grew up in southwest Arkansas in a rural area. His a 1971 graduate from Louisiana Tech University with a BS in Electrical Engineering. He worked over 40-years in engineering and technical sales. HIs career led to extensive travel throughout North America and opportunities to live in Louisiana, Texas, Colorado, California, Nevada and Florida. He now devotes his time to reading, travel, family, and friends. Now living near Destin Florida, he enjoys new challenges such as writing, which provides inspiration and requires creative imagination.