From the Gulf

Step into the beloved world of Galveston Island with “Galveston Dispatch” from “Memoirs of a Renaissance Man.” In “Slivers of God’s Light,” join the cherished rituals of Adi as her gentle touch brings light to their home, warding off the darkness of dawn. Discover a treasured journal revealing the Native American 10 Commandments, offering profound wisdom that guides our favorite couple, David and Adi, and their entire clan. The Big House, a keeper of stories and secrets, invites us to explore its rich past woven into every corner. As day breaks, history and tradition illuminate the path forward, showcasing the […]

Stand still long enough, and Sunday’s tranquility envelops you. The ship’s horn breaks the silence, a gentle call to dream. Families board, eyes bright with the promise of a voyage, leaving cares behind. The sound drifts to our porch, mingling with the morning air, whispering adventure. Galveston slows to the rhythm of this Sunday dance. Adi and I share a smile, touched by wanderlust. Memories spark as the day unfolds, each moment a sacred pause. Here, under salt-laden skies, beauty guides us lightly into the week. Experience these island stories and more in the latest episode of Galveston Dispatch: Tales

Listen on Spotify Watch on Youtube   “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” — Saint Augustine The cruise ships loom over the port in Galveston, ready to set sail for a week of revelry on the sea. These giants stand for fun, adventure, and the chance to be with loved ones, leaving everyday life behind. They take me back to my childhood, watching The Love Boat on ABC, dreaming of far-off places from Iowa, where the sea felt unreachable. Now, Adi and I, living here in Galveston, witness the excitement every week as

Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube “The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places.” —Ernest Hemingway Stepping into Bishop’s Palace is akin to crossing a threshold into a bygone age, where opulent décor and intricate craftsmanship speak volumes of a time when elegance and grandeur reigned supreme. I never knew I would be so moved by a piece of architecture and I was surprised by how familiar it felt upon my arrival. Dickens on the Strand had arrived in Galveston and Adi and I suited up in our best Victorian garb to participate in a

My mother-in-law passed away a year ago.  To say it devasted the family would be an understatement.  Morticia (my nickname for her inspired by the Addams Family) was a witchy mermaid who positively affected everyone she came in contact with, and her bigger than life personality was one that couldn’t be easily replaced.  The love of her life and Adi’s dad, Gomez (they truly were like the Addams Family), will attest to the huge void that entered his life when Morticia passed on to the great beyond and never have I personally witnessed the adversity a family had gone through