I have been fortunate in my career--award winning teacher, author, journalist, and entrepreneur. Writing has always been at the heart of my work, starting in high school as a contributor to a local community newspaper, through my years as a special correspondent for The Washington Post, freelancer for numerous publications, and author of eight books...and counting. I love interacting with readers in person or via email (cecascio@gmail.com) and hearing how my work may have impacted them in some way. I see stories in every person, every adventure, every encounter, and every observation...even the most passive ones. Bringing them to life in some way provides great satisfaction. My wife and I ar...