World War II Blogs

May 10, 2023

Living a Balanced Life (Podcast)

I enjoyed sharing some time and thoughts with Kevin East on his “Following To Lead Podcast” recently. Our 30-minute discussion was wide-ranging, as seen in the […]
May 8, 2023

Ask Dr. Walt – Episode #3 – How to boost your immune system

I’ll discuss and break down what to consider when using supplements to try and protect your immune system. Don’t be one of most folks who are […]
May 5, 2023

The Writer’s Studio 04 – My Interview with Best-Selling Author Jerry B. Jenkins and his Super Agent Alex Field

Can an aspiring writer afford NOT to have an agent? Mega bestselling author Jerry B. Jenkins and his literary advocate and super agent Alex Field return […]
May 3, 2023

Would you consider supporting our 2023 “Walk 4 Life”?

This year Barb and I will mark our 21st year of “Walking for Life” for Life Network. We hope you’ll consider supporting our walk this year […]
May 1, 2023

Monthly Family Update – May 2023

Here are the contents of this month’s newsletter: New Blog Launch was Successful “Ask Dr. Walt” Q&As in Today’s Christian Living “Vaccine News You Can Use” […]
April 28, 2023

The Writer’s Studio 03 – My Interview with Super Author Agent Alex Field

An advocate for authors and a veteran of book publishing, Alex Field shares his advice on undertaking the long journey from dreaming about writing a book, […]
April 26, 2023

A really sweet review of my WWII book

Gosh, it’s hard to believe it, but my WWII book about my dad’s exploits, At First Light: A True World War II Story of a Hero, His […]
April 24, 2023

Ask Dr. Walt – Episode #2 – The ABCDEs of heart health OR How to have a healthy heart

I’ll share the five factors, the ABCDEs (or the five numbers), you need to know to have a healthy heart. You can click below to watch […]
July 6, 2024

July 6, 1944 — The men were training like dogs, while Phil was learning the value of hope in the ranks

Now Phil and his men were being told to gird themselves for their next operation. Although they did not know it at the time, they were […]
July 7, 2024

A nationwide podcast on the “Forgotten Front in WWII” that I think you’ll enjoy on America’s Veteran’s Stories

I was honored to be interviewed by Kim Munson on her podcast “America’s Veteran’s Stories” on Father’s Day (06/14/24) but saved it for today. I hope […]
July 11, 2024

July 11, 1944 — Phil writes home, don’t use V-mail and send another package!

In the midst of training for the upcoming D-Day invasion of Southern France, Phil wrote home.
July 20, 2024

July 20, 1944 — The intense training for the next D-Day carried on and approached its conclusion

July wore on. The men’s intense day and night training programs carried on and the men now believed it was approaching its conclusion. The rumors were […]
July 21, 2024

July 21, 1944 — The timing of the next D-Day was a secret no more

Security as to exact time and place of the coming operation was excellent, but the fact could not be disguised from German agents and sympathizers among […]
July 24, 2024

My Father is remembered at two Colorado Springs establishments

I was happy to learn from friends that a photo honoring my father’s WWII exploits and heroics, as well as my book about him, are featured […]