Donald Stephens was born in Tawau, (Sabah, Malaysia) to a very catholic family (one of eight kids). He studied in schools in Sandakan, Kota Kinabalu, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and University at St. Cloud State University in USA. His major was Business Computers and Information System. Among his varied jobs are dish washer, janitor, cook and student assistant to an accounting professor in University. His first job after graduating was I.T. Officer for Sinora Sdn. Bdn as a software developer and support. He later joined the family business and currently self-employed. He was the National President of Junior Chamber International Malaysia in 2005 (a Worldwide Federation of Young Leaders and Entrepreneurs) & Luyang Polyclinic Panel of Advisor. His enjoyment includes football (watching not playing anymore), spending time with kids and wife, reading, and traveling. He is married to Lucinda (the other blogger simplyaboutlife.blogspot.com) with three kids – Ashley, Tristan and Jacob.