L. E. Walsh

L.E. (Ed) Walsh (1944 - ) born in Columbia, South Carolina at Columbia Army Air Base (now Fort Jackson) discovered his attraction to writing early on. At the age of fourteen, he won a state-wide essay contest in Illinois, his home state. His ability to laugh at himself helped others to smile, chuckle or outright laugh. He developed a unique vocabulary and recognized the importance of accurate assessment, conversation, writing and inclusion.

While attending the University of Illinois, Ed played football for the Fighting Illini, teaming up with many of the great players in U of I history. That team’s record, and Ed’s opportunities to contribute, was a welcome toast for a farm boy at the beginning of his quest for success.

Upon graduation, Walsh was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army via the Reserve Officer Training Corps. In the ensuing 10 plus years, Walsh rose to the rank of Captain and received numerous combat medals.

Over an extended work life and a few years in Mensa, Walsh has concluded he learned much more from failures then from successes. His experiences are numerous and sometimes downright funny; and that’s what he wants most to include.

Today, he is retired and resides in Urbana, Illinois with his wife. He has three daughters, and multiple grandchildren, who live all over the U.S. He enjoys playing golf, working in the yard, and volunteering his extra time at church and other non-profit organizations.

In Walsh’s inaugural book - Humor: Fuel that Keeps us Going, readers are invited to let it all hang out. Laugh if you “get it”. Think if you don’t. Figure it out, then read it again. Overall - Enjoy your read.