Tony has lived several lives and survived challenges that really should have been the end.
It’s through chasing after what brings him joy that’s kept him going. And he’s finding it in an unusual place, at least it is unusual for a 60-year-old beginner.
I don’t want to give too much away because Tony gets deep and vulnerable in his story.
I first met Tony when he was working as a photojournalist. A multi-award winning, accomplished photojournalist who was gracious enough to visit the college photography club where I was an advisor.
He soon moved to Seattle for new opportunities and we lost touch for a stretch of time, for reasons he explains in his story.
He continuous to be gracious and giving (and full of surprises) in sharing this story.
This might be considered a spoiler, but Tony offers a book recommendation as well:
The Amateur Magician’s Handbook by Henry Hay.
And for his next trick, Tony will reinvent himself yet again