Project Silas

This is a story that has bounced around in my head for a few years now. I have always wanted to write it and never taken the time. I have the outline now, a roadmap to it all and hope this prompt me to keep going with it all until I am done. I will be doing it blog style, writing when the words appear and letting it ferment when they don't. I hope you enjoy it, look at the publish dates for the order. I probably need to add post numbers. We will see.

Welcome to My Corner of the Universe

Welcome to My Corner of the Universe!

Hello, and welcome! I'm Patrick, and I'm thrilled you've stopped by.

Professionally, I spend my days as a Continuous Improvement Manager at a Fortune 500 company, always looking for ways to make things better. With over 30 years in the technical support field, I also have a deep-seated passion for helping others understand technology – from smart home gadgets and computers to the latest home electronics. My background is rooted in the hard sciences (physics, chemistry, mathematics), and I remain an avid follower of the latest breakthroughs in science and technology.

But life isn't all work and tech support! When I'm not untangling technical knots, you'll likely find me engaged in one of my many passions:

  • Exploring the Cosmos (from my backyard!): I'm an enthusiastic astrophotographer. Capturing distant galaxies and nebulae is a profound joy, and you can see some of my work over at Patrick's World. My discussions on photography techniques have even popped up on tech forums! (Apps for taking photos? - Anecdata) You might also find some of my space and nature shots available as prints (Patrick Heys - Art for Sale - Fine Art America).
  • Embracing the Outdoors: I love low-impact hiking, getting my hands dirty with gardening, and capturing the beauty of nature through photography.
  • Digital Adventures & Sci-Fi Worlds: You might find me questing in Azeroth as my Warlock in World of Warcraft, or lost in the pages of a gripping sci-fi or space opera novel.
  • Eclectic Music Tastes: My playlists span all sorts, but I have a soft spot for hair metal and international rock acts like The Hu.
  • Tinkering and Collecting: I enjoy dabbling in electronics – my old Victorian house even sports fully smart lighting! I also have a penchant for collecting unique items like mid-century Uranium glass and engaging in citizen science, like mapping radiation levels during my travels using a radiocode.
  • Travel & Culture: Though I'm visually impaired and don't drive, I absolutely love to travel and experience new places. I also get a kick out of attending Comic-Cons and admiring the incredible cosplay creativity.

Originally hailing from a small town in southwest Oklahoma, I now call southwest Missouri home.

On this blog, I hope to share a blend of these interests – perhaps some musings on technology and science, insights from my continuous improvement work, glimpses of the night sky, notes from my travels, or thoughts on the latest book I couldn't put down.

Thanks for joining me on this journey. I look forward to sharing and connecting with you!