Changing Course

From Cold War Childhood to Retirement Adventure

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Life rarely follows the course we expect. Mine certainly didn't.
Welcome! I'm Randall Schmidt—retired technology professional, sailor, traveler, photographer, and now author.
Changing Course follows my journey from growing up during the Cold War through the birth of the Information Age, sailing the Chesapeake Bay, world travel, and the unexpected turns that shaped my life.
Explore bonus photographs, maps, family history, custom designs, videos, and future writing projects.

Available soon on Amazon.