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Mike Mulkey, Author
Mike Mulkey, Author
Mike Mulkey is a surfer, author, and life coach who writes about finding the perfect wave in heaven. His first book, Surfing in Heaven, is a true story about Mike’s journey to find hope amidst the daily battles we all face at work and beyond. Mike is now living out his dream of working part-time at Trader Joe’s and writing about hanging ten toes over the nose in heaven!
Surfing in Heaven
Surfing in Heaven. An outrageous thought… Or is it?
Surfing in Heaven chronicles a significant portion of Mike’s life as a surfer in California, spanning from the 1960s to late 2024. The story unfolds through eight distinct “waves,” each capturing a key theme that brought Mike closer to the dream of riding perfect waves in Heaven.
Recent Blog Articles
The Odometer
After fifty years of running, my internal odometer is flashing red. A dying Chevy Nova, a fallen differential, and a steel umbrella at the track have convinced me it is time to pivot—back off the miles, change gears, and find a new mountain to climb.
Fountain of Inspiration
Charley French turns 100 this year—and he’s still pushing the limits of endurance sports. From Ironman victories to skiing world championships, his life is a powerful reminder that age doesn’t have to define our limits.
50 Ironmans and Counting: Tana Jackson Interview
Tana Jackson has completed 50 full-distance Ironman triathlons with zero DNFs. In this interview she shares the habits, mindset, and race-day lessons that helped her keep finishing—through bad weather, travel chaos, and the toughest moments on the course.
Reflections
Every year, The Surfer’s Journal releases “A Moment of Reflection,” a short film honoring surfers who passed away in the previous year. The 2025 edition is beautiful—and sobering. Many are so young. I’m sharing it here and encouraging you to watch all nine minutes.
All Because A Baby Was Born
A baby was born into darkness—and His life brought light. From Bethlehem to the cross and the empty tomb, forgiveness and hope broke through. The Day chased back the night, and the world was changed: joy, love, peace on earth—because Jesus lives.
