A Lifetime of Learning
Stories, Insights, and Lessons I've Learned Along the Way
Like many, I find the current moment in our country challenging and, at times, unsettling. It has reinforced my belief in the importance of character, honesty, and thoughtful reflection. Rather than turning away, I try to stay informed and remain grounded in the values that have guided my life.
For many years my focus was providing for my family. I worked hard, often holding two jobs, so that my wife, Ann, could stay home and care for our five children. Those years were shaped by responsibility, sacrifice, and a commitment to doing what was right. Ann passed away in 2017 and her loss marked a turning point in my life. From that moment on, I began living more intentionally and on my own terms.
Today, I spend my time reading, writing, and staying engaged with the world. I enjoy history, current events, and sports—especially Notre Dame—and I am rarely without a book or a letter in progress. I continue to reach out where I can, offering practical help, encouragement, and support.
Everything I share here comes from a simple desire to be helpful and to leave the world a little better than I found it.
Books
My Therapist Told Me: Practical Lessons for Staying Active, Balanced, and Independent
My Therapist Told Me is a practical, story-based guide for older adults navigating physical changes and balance challenges who want to stay active and continue living independently—without giving up the things they love. Drawing from real-life experiences with physical and occupational therapy, this book shares lessons learned in rehab and everyday life, translated into clear, relatable insights. Rather than offering medical advice, the book focuses on awareness, adaptation, and persistence, showing how small adjustments can support confidence, mobility, and independence. Written for those who want to keep moving, keep golfing, and keep engaging fully with life, My Therapist Told Me offers reassurance, encouragement, and practical wisdom you can return to again and again. It is a reminder that progress is possible at any age, and that staying engaged with life often begins with small, intentional choices.
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Quick Tips You Can Use Today as You Learn English: A Practical Guide for Adult Learners
Quick Tips You Can Use Today as You Learn English is a practical, easy-to-use guide for adult learners who want help they can apply right away. Designed as a reference you can return to again and again, this book offers clear explanations and real-world examples to support everyday communication. Covering the building blocks of the English language—along with helpful rules and punctuation—this guide is meant to reinforce learning, build confidence, and encourage steady progress for work, daily life, and personal growth.
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Golf Lessons I Learned by Teaching Others Practical Tips for Learning, Improving, and Enjoying the Game
When Ken Jacobson retired to a golf community, he noticed a steady decline in golf association membership. Many new homeowners had never played the game. Rather than accept the trend, Ken began offering free golf lessons to anyone interested in learning or improving their skills. What started as a simple idea grew into years of teaching, during which Ken introduced more than 1,000 people to golf—helping strengthen the golf association and preserve the community course. Over time, he compiled his most effective lessons, tips, and techniques into a practical collection drawn from years of teaching and insights learned from multiple golf professionals. Golf Lessons I Learned by Teaching Others is a practical, experience-based guide for beginners and recreational golfers. It focuses on building confidence, understanding the fundamentals, and enjoying the game—without pressure or intimidation. Designed to be used, revisited, and shared, this book reflects a belief that golf should be accessible, enjoyable, and sustaining for the communities built around it.
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