Joseph and his Retreiver Bailey on the California Coast

Joseph George is an author, speaker, Navy veteran, and lifelong public servant whose writing reflects resilience, faith, and service to others.

Throughout his life, Joseph has worked in the grocery industry, served as a firefighter with the California Department of Forestry, taught adult education, served as a YMCA executive, and supported seniors and people with disabilities in affordable housing as a Social Service Coordinator.

After surviving major heart surgery and a life-threatening heart attack, Joseph began writing about perseverance, family, faith, and second chances. He is the author of three books: Still Standing, Every Beat Is a Blessing, and A Quiet Conversation with God.

Joseph lives in California with his wife, Aracely, and their Golden Retriever, Bailey.

A photo of me in my dress whites after graduation at the Navel Training Center in San Diego  June 1969

A shipmate caught this photo of Joseph taking a brief break aboard the USS Vernon LST-1161).

It was August 20, 1969. The ship was operating in the Vietnam's Mekong Delta, delivering troops and equipment. In the middle of demanding work and an uncertain time the camera preserved the smile of a 20 year-old sailor.

"One of my shipmates' shot this photo of me while flashing the "peace sign" and while we were taking a break."

Joseph George

LST-1161—the ship Joseph was assigned to during his naval service, transporting troops and equipment throughout Southeast Asia.

Join me as I share stories from my life, my writing journey, and the lessons learned along the way.

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