The Life and times of a farm boy from Northeastern Pennsylvania. Growing up in a broken family with meager means and living through multiple near death experiences. Always making the best of what is available to succeed when everything is against it. A Can-Do attitude derived from a grandfather with a strong work ethic, A stepfather with a need for strong farm hands, and over 12 years serving in the Marine Corps. Nothing can stop this one from achieving success. From major accidents to multiple health issues, Mike knuckles down and focuses on the path ahead. Each near death experience is considered an event, and nothing more, that shapes who he will become, but never a limiting factor in his success. Farm Boy turned Marine, World Traveler, Auto Mechanic, Airframe and Powerplant Aircraft mechanic, Aircraft Maintenance Instructor, Scuba Diver, Master Scuba Diver Trainer, Airplane Pilot, Handyman Home Remodeler, Aircraft heavy Maintenance Planning Manager, Retired from everything above to return to the life of a family farmer. Wow, What a ride