My journey with stamp collecting began in childhood, where I collected random packets of stamps, but it wasn't until years later that I reignited that passion. My creative spark truly ignited when I embarked on my Royal Scofield masterpiece, leading me to explore how I could blend my interests of stamp collecting with masonry. That's when I stumbled upon the fascinating world of Masonic stamp collecting. Joining the George Washington Masonic Stamp Club—the only one of its kind in the U.S.—and the Masonic Philatelic Club in England opened up new avenues for me. Realizing I needed guidance in creating a stamp exhibit, I sought out a mentor and found Carol Costa at the Dayton Stamp Club. With her support, I've been diligently working on my exhibit, excited for the journey ahead!

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That journey took me to Dayton's AIRPEX 2023 show, where I proudly showcased my first exhibit. It was an honor to be invited by the Ohio Lodge of Research to present my work at their inaugural MedTalk that October. Building on that experience, I returned to Dayton's AIRPEX in 2024 with a greatly enhanced version of my exhibit. Since then, I've been diligently refining my presentation, gearing up to enter it into a competition. Stay tuned for my announcement on when it will be submitted!