Off the clock
The stuff that actually matters.
Taxes pay the bills. Family, faith, and a couple of stubborn hobbies fill the rest.
Family & Hobbies
Home base.
I live in Southern California with my wife Caroline and our three kids. When I'm not working, I'm probably at home reading history, working on my ancient coin collection, doing LEGOs with my kids, going on a family hike, or planning our next vacation.
I'm also involved with our church's Trail Life group with our two boys (it's like a Christian Boy Scouts). It's been a struggle learning how to get better at camping.
I'm also trying to exercise more, drink less, up my protein, and eat fewer burritos. I think I'm carrying around 50 pounds of burritos alone.
Also, my wife recently started a garden in our backyard. That's been cool.
Family Travels
Adventures with the crew.
We love exploring the world together as a family. Here are some snapshots from recent trips.
Kauai
June 2026
Barcelona
December 2025
Madrid
December 2025
Yosemite
July 2025
Maui
May 2025
Paris
August 2024
San Antonio
April 2024
New Mexico
August 2023
Oahu
August 2021
Current Obsessions
What I'm into right now.
A mix of books, gear, and random things catching my attention lately. Some links are affiliate — thanks if you pick one up.
The Divine Comedy, Vol. 1: Inferno
Dante (trans. Mark Musa)
Dante's journey through hell — my current pick on the classics reading list.
Marie Sharp's Hot Habanero Pepper Sauce
10 oz
The Belizean hot sauce that goes on everything in our house.
What My Kids Are Into
Currently ruling our living room.
The toys, games, and gadgets my three kids can't put down right now. Some links are affiliate — thanks if you pick one up.
Odatay 4K 1000X Digital Microscope for Kids
Blue, with 32GB card and 12 prepared slides
My kids' current obsession — they take it outside and inspect bugs, plants, and everything else they can find.
LEGO Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer
Set 75394 — 1,555 pieces, ages 10+
A 1,555-piece build with Darth Vader, a Stormtrooper, and more. Built once, displayed proudly, re-created weekly.
UTEX 2-in-1 Kids Construction Play Table
White, with built-in storage and 2 bins
LEGO-compatible surface on one side, smooth top for trains and puzzles on the other — and the cleanup bins actually help.
I've been thinking about...
"Do not wait to strike till the iron is hot; but make it hot by striking."
— William Butler Yeats
Disclosure
Some of the links on this page are affiliate links. If you click one and make a purchase, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, Logan Allec, CPA earns from qualifying purchases. I only feature products my family actually owns and uses, and all opinions are my own.