Mark A. Chapman was born  with an inquisitive mind.  Never wanting to settle into a routine,  each chapter of Mark A. Chapman's life has  been a springboard for seeking adventure.  As a military veteran, an oil man, a real estate mogul, a senior Olympian, nothing has stood in his way of embracing every minute he is alive.  This Kansas bred native, has now become an accomplished painter and author.  The publication of his book of prose and poetry, "An Artist Writes", provides a personal glimpse into the mind of this genuinely fascinating man.