Tom Marks

Pictured below (unless you're on mobile, then it's above) is Nelson Tsosie, his wife Valerie, and Tom Marks, our Editor-in-Chief wrapping-up the Monthly Peaceful Retiree interview. 

Nelson Tsosie is one of the most famous, world renowned, and talented Navajo Artists in the US. His works are displayed in many of the finest galleries, museums, and properties in North America. Tsosie has won numerous first-place awards at the top Indian Artisan Shows and is the “go-to artist” among many of the nation’s most prominent collectors. Born in 1961, he has no intention of backing-off his full-time schedule of creating masterpieces in the art of sculptures, carvings, paintings, and who knows, maybe rug-weaving just like his mother.

Our founder and Editor-in-Chief, Tom Marks, writes about his father's relationship with Orville Redenbacher. It's a story chock-filled with humor, sadness, and lessons galore that every person can learn from. 

Everyone. 

Spoiler Alert: It's a long story but well-worth your time to read it. In fact, if it was a short story in book form, you'd be turning the pages faster than you can say, "More popcorn, please". Read it, share it, learn from it. 

His origin story is unlike any other. Growing-up in the 1940s, a man of color, presented challenges that most would find insurmountable. Marvin Smith refuses to see it that way. 

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Writing in retirement, in any format, is splendid for mental acuity, kick-starting your imagination, and sharing your wisdom with generations who are looking forward to reading your insights. 

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