In a lifetime of contrasting professions, Fred takes you along on a journey of a life less ordinary. Starting on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier and the harrowing experience of a United States Navy Aviation Ordnanceman. The roar of jet engines and spinning propellers reign over a perilous ballet of military precision requiring skill and courage. Fred, came of age and learned to be a pool hustler upon quitting high school at sixteen. Under the tutelage of "Popeye" the poolroom owner he avoided illicit temptations and developed a skill that would last a lifetime. Experiences and lessons learned contributed to his understanding of human behavior that were applied across all undertakings. A dramatic shift has Fred sworn in as a Deputy Sheriff and a career in law enforcement that chronicles his rise to the position of Warden in a maximum-security prison. Adding to his complex life Fred simultaneously was a licensed private investigator body guarding high profile clients and conducting corporate investigations. By night Fred adopted his other persona as Hustler in dimly lit pool halls. The final chapter in this life extraordinary finds Fred as Manager of Security, responsible for the safety of the traveling public at an international airport. It was another fight against the status quo while ensuring safety of the traveling public. A Pail Of Beer is the story of resilience, ingenuity and relentless pursuit of excellence. It chronicles not only diverse experiences but how the people we meet along the way contribute to those experiences and the path we take in life.