Thomas L. Hay was raised in the Golden Valley town of Clinton, Missouri in the fabulous 50’s. He served in the U.S. Navy on-board the Aircraft Carrier USS Hancock during the Vietnam War. He retired from TWA/American Airlines. He enjoys fishing, golfing, and singing Karaoke. He currently resides in Lake Waukomis, Mo. with his lovely wife, along with some hyperactive squirrels, too many irritating geese, and a few cranky old catfish.