Author
Michael Carter
♫ I’m Not Through Loving You Today ♫
Written by Michael Carter
Sung by Johnathan Freeborn
Intro
I have always enjoyed writing. English was my favorite subject in school. When I write I can open my mind to unlimited possibilities. It is always a challenge to use the words that will keep the reader motivated to continue.
My motivation to write Do I Have Words For You was based on my experience as a college English professor. I realized some students did not know which word to correctly use in certain situations. The previous sentence is a good example. Is it more correct to say “some students did not know what word to correctly use” or leave it alone? Right word, right place, right time. Read Do I Have Words For You to find out. Tone and style are also important to consider.
Thoughts Just Thoughts is truly a lifetime collection of my original thoughts and those of others that I considered important and relevant. Don’t read it like a novel. Read a few pages at a time and let your mind and imagination do their work.
The idea for Thoughtful Markers came after I realized that anniversary, birthday and Christmas cards would usually end up on the bedroom dresser for a few days, then the fireplace mantle for another few days, then into a box in the closet and forgotten. Thoughtful Markers are designed and intended to be a book marker, so the recipient is repeatedly reminded of the sender’s thoughtfulness and the card’s message.
Several posters are available which can be framed and hung on a wall.
I hope you enjoy.
About the Author
Michael Carter
I was born in Eugene, Oregon in 1940. My early years were spent in Oregon, California and Utah. After graduating from Franklin High School in Los Angeles in 1958, I attended Pasadena City College for one year and where I was elected class president. English was my favorite subject. In 1960 I joined the U.S. Army and was stationed at Ft. Liberty (Bragg) in NC where I completed jump school and became a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne. I was honorably discharged in 1963 as a squad leader (E-5). I then trained as a computer programmer and went to work for United Airlines in Denver, CO. Being a single parent and looking for answers, I sold everything, packed up the kids, bought a sailboat named it Second Sunrise, and took a year off sailing in the Bahamas and Caribbean. I home schooled the kids on the boat. As a Master SCUBA instructor, I earned some money along the way. I then settled in Pennekamp State Park, Florida. Later, I commuted to Miami to work at Eastern Airlines on the reservation system and obtained my U.S. Coast Guard 100-ton Captain’s License. After Eastern went out of business, I worked as a captain on a variety of boats including tug and barges, a research vessel, a paddle wheeler, a ferry boat, an air boat and evening cruise boats. I married a lady I met at Eastern, and we delivered boats for people and businesses mostly on the east coast, Great Lakes area and along the Mississippi River. I then wrote user manuals for the marine industry and received my Master’s in Technical Communication from the University of Central Florida. I later received my MBA in Management from Webber University in Florida. In the summer of 2002, my wife and I hiked approximately 750 miles of the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to West Virginia. We settled in Lake Wales, Florida and from 2008-2012 I was elected city commissioner and then mayor. I taught English and Business Communications at Polk State College for fourteen years. My wife passed away from ovarian cancer in 2021 and I volunteer on the Education and Awareness Board of the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) helping to find a cure for ovarian cancer. I am currently retired and enjoy my time traveling and writing.
About The Book
Thoughts,
Just Thoughts
Thoughts, Just Thoughts is a compelling collection of Michael Carter's reflections, offering timeless wisdom and inspiration. This book is packed with powerful quotes, thought-provoking insights, and motivational anecdotes that encourage readers to live their best lives. Perfect for those seeking daily inspiration and a fresh perspective on life, love, and success, Carter's words will resonate deeply and leave a lasting impact.
About The Book
Do I Have
Words for you
Do I Have Words For You is a comprehensive reference guide crafted for anyone seeking clarity in word choice and precision in their written communication. This indispensable resource provides clear explanations for commonly confused words and phrases, perfect for professionals, students, and anyone involved in formal or academic writing. From understanding subtle differences in word meanings to mastering tone and style, this guide ensures that you’ll always have the right word at the right time. Authored by Michael Carter, an expert in business communications, this book is a must-have for enhancing your writing skills and achieving precision in every word.
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