My philosophy is simple: If you take three negative words and turn them into positive words, anything is possible. These three words are simple: I can't become I can do it; I don't become I do it, and I won't become I will do it, Changing these three simple words mean you can do anything you want.Merrill Vaughan, born in 1949 in California, is a retired U.S. Air Force veteran who has dedicated his life to community service and education. After serving overseas, he became actively involved in local committees and served as a substitute teacher in New Hampshire, where he inspired countless students. His passion for storytelling led to the creation of the Cold Case Investigators series, beginning with The Kidnapping and followed by The Happy Paper Hanger. Merrill believes in transforming negativity into positivity , embodying this philosophy through his writing and community engagement. He resides in Pittsfield, NH, with his wife, Diane.