After serving during the Vietnam War era, Mr. Woodward became a Paramedic in Honolulu, Hawaii. Because of this profession, he was able to support himself and travel extensively, visiting or living in forty-six countries, all the while keeping a journal of the whole fifteen-year adventure. Many of his stories and poems are derived from those journals.

In addition to his poetry, Mr. Woodward has written two other works. His book, "Lights and Sirens, One Day in My Life as a Paramedic," and "Yard Sale Today," a small book about how to run your Yard Sale. Another book of poetry is in progress.