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Joe Dillon’s Early History: Traumatic Sophomore Year
April 22, 2024
At the start of my sophomore year in high school, I was even more uncomfortable than during my freshman year. I had regained the weight I had…
Joe Dillon’s early History: Start High School
April 8, 2024
Being a shy introvert, starting my freshman year at a high school with over 2,000 students overwhelmed me. Every hour, the bell would ring, and the…
Joe Dillon’s Early History: Part 3A Glimpse into a Bigger World
March 26, 2024
Elite WorldAs the summer before my freshman year in high school progressed, I slowly got to know the other swim teachers. As I have shared,…
Joe Dillon’s Early History Part 2: Learning to Swim
March 4, 2024
Learning to SwimWhen I was 9 years old, I learned how to swim at Clyde Devine Swim School on Old Country Road in San Carlos California –…
The Start
February 19, 2024
I was born in San Francisco in 1944 during World War Two. Life was progressing, and my TV-and-junk-food habit saw its beginning.
Long Way Home: Part 3
January 23, 2024
A Warm WelcomeClark Air Force Base hospital was warm and welcoming. My steak was delicious. The Air Force nurses were attentive, thoughtful and…

Joe Dillon’s Early History: Traumatic Sophomore Year