Stories & videos
Hear our writers in their own voices, and meet a few of the members behind the pages.
Member stories
Writer spotlight
A West Point graduate, Ranger and paratrooper, Mike served as an advisor to the Vietnamese Army in 1967 and 1968. After careers in adult learning and financial advising, he and his wife, Bobbe, settled in Oceanside, where he writes with VWG.
Recognition
VWG board member Holly Kress-Hall was named the 2026 Heroes of Vista Veteran of the Year. A retired Chief Master Sergeant and four-time Thomas Jefferson Award winner, she shares her knowledge of the craft at our workshops.
The late Charlie Wyatt, a cherished VWG member, shares his story in his own words.
Army veteran and VWG author Dante Puccetti shares his story.
Navy and Air National Guard veteran Joe Ashby shares his story.
Navy veteran and VWG President Emeritus Garry Garretson shares his story.
Father Ed McKenzie reads his first-place poem honoring the stories and sacrifices carried by those who served.
A short public service announcement from Captain Armen Kurdian, VWG Vice President.
New readings and member stories are added to the VWG YouTube channel. Videos on this page start only when you press play.
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