Hi there — I’m Malcolm (Brad) Sylvester, a retired Navy man now living the good life at Arcadia Retirement Residence here in sunny Honolulu.
I spent most of my working years in the Navy — first on active duty, then in Civil Service. I’ve seen a lot of ships, bases, and oceans in my time, and I’m proud of the decades I gave to serving our country. The Navy taught me discipline, gave me purpose, and introduced me to some of the best people I’ve ever known. After retirement, I decided it was time to slow down a bit — and Arcadia has been the perfect place for that.
These days, life is more about enjoying the little things: a quiet morning with coffee, a good book, or a classic movie. I’ve always been a fan of anything with a strong story. I enjoy shows like Blue Bloods, NCIS, and yes — I still think MASH* holds up. When it comes to books, I lean toward spy thrillers, and the occasional mystery novel. Authors like Tom Clancy, David Baldacci, James Patterson, and John Grisham are my favorites.
But what really matters most to me is family. I was blessed to share many years with my wonderful wife, who brought love and laughter into my life every day. Through her, I gained two incredible stepdaughters who have been like daughters of my own — and now I get to enjoy the role of proud grandfather to their kids. Watching the grandkids grow up is one of life’s true joys.