The Official Site of Storymall - David Corthell

My interests include my family, music, physics, philosophy and psychology.
I am very good at telling a story.
I am a software developer by profession.
Below are some links to some of my creative works.

Family:

My kids are Christiane, Cheri, Casey, Erin and Trevor. Check them out here: Family Pictures.

Music:

I like Dr. Hook, Leon Redbone, Neil Diamond and a host of other '60s and '70 music stars. My favorite show these days is American Idol. Not because of the chatter going on between the judges, rather the raw talent displayed by the contestants. Great music is being created and new superstars are being born.

Philosophy:

I am a dabbler in the philosophy of science. Much of the material I am interested in is hyper-technical, and involves the nature and meaning of scientific theories. As a pure novice, I typically don't understand the String Theory, but who cares. I study and read about it, ponder the writings of great minds, and continue to educate myself each day. I have written several original papers on the subject of philosophy:

David Corthell, Theory of Time and Trouble, 1996

David Corthell, Going Postal, 1999

Psychology:

I am also a student of human behavior (who isn't?) and am especially interested in theories of human behavior. One-Minute, Kenneth Blanchard (Author), and Spencer Johnson

Physics:

I am especially interested in quantum theory and relativity. Authors I enjoy: Steven Hawkings, Albert Einstein.

Professional Resume:

I have over 20 years of experience as an executive at software companies, primarily in development. For my resume, click on: Resume (web page).

This is a small example of my programming ability, including my managerial and executive talent. USARplus (A Service Animal Registry), current, a web-site I founded and created to help people manage their Service Animals and content with companies that do not understand the law.

Other Creative Work:

Novel: ME, David Corthell, 2000. A dark novel base on the decline of society by a "virus" and the adaption of life after society fails. Approx. 360 written pages, this download is in Adobe PDF format.

Novel: Passamaquoddy Incident, David Corthell, 2008. A fiction novel about a Native American, surrounded by trials has to create a cure for his sick daughter. Set in up-state Maine, Clay Claw (Son of the Eagle Claw) is drawn into a web of lies, cheating and cover-ups by a group of CIA type individuals.

More about me - Important Stuff!:
I hate golf. Why chase a little ball around a big field?
My favorite color is Red.
I don't drink, hate beer, and have never been drunk.
I do like a simple glass of white wine every so often.
I love kids (Having had 5 - I'd hope that were true).
I have always liked music. But I can't sing (one note maybe).
I don't like pessimism or cynicism.
I like to look at sunsets. I collect pictures of sunsets.
I'd like to be a better photographer, but maybe I'll save that for retirement.
I tend to confront issues directly and early.
I was a math wiz during high school.
I like both cats and dogs, but prefer living with dogs.
I have a 5 lb Yorkie. His name is KoKopelli.
I look for the silver lining in the cloud.
I love the sun.
I hate the rain.
I absolutely love to discuss politics and religion.
I am easily amused.
I was in the Air Force during the Vietnam War.
I barely sleep. Too many things going on to sleep, and way too much going on in my head.
I believe in the big bang and evolution.
I try to make the most of every minute.
I like sushi and sashimi, especially raw tuna.
I have traveled around the US and abroad.
I like to listen to live music.
I will go to plays whenever I get a chance.
I am a clown. Web-bo is my clown name.
I've been in over 50 parades around the SouthEast.
Mediocrity frustrates me.
I prefer a hot summer over a cold winter. Hate the cold - especially snow.
I am often identified as a liberal.
I laugh at myself.
Computer programming comes naturally to me.
I sing in the car. (Badly)
I am courteous.
I consider myself lucky.
I ran my own business for a decade.
I have never been bored.
I plan to be cremated when I die.
I am more of a late night person than an early bird.