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I was born in London and have travelled and lived in quite a few countries.
As an actor I have appeared on TV shows 'Murder She Wrote', 'Days of our Lives'. On stage as Henry 2 in "The Lion in Winter".
With my wife we co-wrote and published 'Stained Glass' by

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Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Assessing if reality programs should be banned from television: 1 of 8
Reality Shows. Mediocrity as entertainment.I wanted to watch some television, last night. Something entertaining. A show that I could immerse myself in and escape dreary, boring every day life. I wanted to look at attractive, talented performers. People who had something to offer, whether it be a good voice, good acting skill... More..
Creative Writing > Novel Excerpts Novel excerpts: Romance: 36 of 226
Excerpts from The Dream. A mystical love story.The Dream is dedicated to my wife who passed away 7/5/2008. It was her idea which inspired me to write this story.The story centers on Catherine Colonessi, a young married woman who appears to have everything.A beautiful home in Beverly Hills, a successful husband, and wonderful ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Football Are football players paid too much?: 21 of 117
Professional football players. Who do they think they are?I was watching the recent Monday night game between Chicago and Minnesota and it occurred to me that professional football players have an overblown perception of their own self worth.Have you noticed how quickly they congratulate themselves? And most of the time it is... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Unusual encounters: 50 of 227
Captain Clifford's tale of the Bermuda Triangle and lost city of Atlantis.Caribbean Sea.1733.The pirate schooner Henrietta waited, hidden from view in the calm waters off the west end of Grand Bahama Island.Captain Clifford favored that vantage point. It concealed them from the Florida Straits and at the same time protected f... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Murder: 56 of 194
Murder at Venice BeachEarly Morning. "Why don't you take a morning off? " Brad sighed. "And come back here, my love." Kelly smiled as she pulled running shorts over her long tanned legs. "You know I can't miss a day; Not, if I'm going to win that marathon. Keep me company." She tied her sneakers. "Not today babe. I'm real tir... More..
Entertainment > Hollywood & Movie Industry How to become an actor: 1 of 3
First of all, let's get one thing out of the way.You cannot become an actor. It is either in you or it is not. It is a gift. You can work on it and make yourself better, just as any athlete or artist might, but if it is not within you, then forget it. If you do not believe me, just look at the hundreds of successful models, s... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports Celebrities Can Beckham save Major League Soccer?: 10 of 29
From an Englishman's point of view, let me explain why David Beckham cannot make a difference to US soccer, and why it will always be a second -level game in North America.I was born and raised in England, and like every other child in the rest of the world, I played football, as it is called everywhere, except here in the St... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Dark stories: 233 of 662
My perfect murder.It's a perfect day to commit a murder. You are most welcome to accompany me as long as you don't try to interfere with my plans.You see, it has been on my mind for more than twenty years, ever since I read a news story about a chap who killed his wife.It was headline news for some weeks because there seemed ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Fantasy: 220 of 583
Ghostly tales of the Norfolk Broads.England. Autumn."This is a brilliant idea!" Jessica remarked from her forward seat on the cabin cruiser. "'Do you know how long its been since we took a holiday?" "About three hundred years?" Robert replied, as he navigated the craft along the River Yare. "It's been that long I had quite fo... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Grim tales of Victorian England.: 1 of 1
Portrait of Evil.London. Winter. 1850.Michael Colonessi drank as if that night was his last.He celebrated the completion of his latest painting, a portrait of Lord ? He couldn't remember the name. Old moneybags the art dealer, had secured that and other commissions on his behalf. Michael could care less, but at least they aff... More..