In 1975, at the age of thirty-three, I was operated on for the removal of a massive tumor that was pressing on my brain stem.

I was told I had less than six weeks to live. Soon after learning of the tumor I promised God I would tell the story to the world if I survived. At the height of the surgery to remove that life changing tumor, my heart stopped completely. Freed of my body, I made an incredible journey to Heaven. Greeted by God's messenger, my deceased grandfather, I was told I must return to earth to fulfill the purpose God has planned for my life.

I truly believe all that I have, all I have done or accomplished, all I have experienced or enjoyed in this world, has clearly been a bonus, a gift of Healing Grace from the loving God who gave me a second chance at life.

I've tried hard to live up to my promise to God. I have done so through public speaking, published magazine and newspaper articles, personal counseling and a variety of other opportunities offered by a highly visible and successful career as an Architect and Urban Planner. Now the God Smiles Network and my recently completed book God Smiles for Me will offer even greater opportunities to tell of God's miracles in my life.