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In this moving testimonial, Reverend Elijah Leong recounts God's grace and blessings on his life, starting with a very difficult childhood-a dysfunctional family, four brothers with muscular dystrophy, poverty, superstition, depression and conflicts. He traces the different phases of his life's journey-from childhood to his days of national service in the army, and then a new work life, marriage, ministry and family-all the while detailing the struggles, the pains, the crises, the special people he encountered, the answered prayers, the triumphs, the joys and the precious lessons learned in the process. Behind it all he sees the gracious hand of his beloved Lord and Savior: helping, guiding, comforting, molding, blessing, protecting and lifting him up. Reverend Elijah Leong gives glory and praises to this beloved savior Jesus Christ, who has done for him far abundantly beyond all that he could ask or think, as declared in Ephesians 3:20. This touching autobiography is birthed from the desire for readers to know and love this wonderful Lord and Savior, too. Reverend Elijah presently pastors a house church in Singapore-Jesus Disciples Baptist Community Church. In 2010, the Lord enabled Reverend Elijah and his wife, Mabel Lim Snow Jade, to start an orphanage in Hyderabad, India, as well as a church-planting ministry there. By God's grace, they hope to start many more orphanages and house churches throughout India and many parts of the world before the Lord Jesus returns.

Min. Cedric White is one of the most cutting-edge teachers from the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Minister White is masterful at "object lessons" which not only leave you with an understanding of the Word but also a "picture which becomes engrained in your spirit." His unique demonstration style of illustrations grasps the listener and holds their attention while equipping them with life changing tools and ideas to better, not only their marriages, but also relationships in general. In his book, 4Ts for your Heart, he uses four simple-yet seldom used in this contemporary society-principles to help individuals and couples to clearly see and evaluate who they are individually as well as who they are considering becoming involved with. This informative book takes the reader through the very scenario used by the Creator of the universe in preparing for an eternal relationship. It illustrates how God takes His time in preparation for companionship and shows that we should purposely do the same. A simple blueprint is given that will lead you to more life satisfying connections with the preferred positive conclusions. I have sat in many of Min. Cedric White's classes, both in church environments as well as secular institutions. I often marvel at the passion, the wonder, the energy that is inside this man for the healing of individuals, couples and families. The name, Healing Thine Hearts, is not just the name for his ministry; it's the life that he has come to live. Elder Roger Haley Director of Marriage Ministries, The Potter's House Dallas, Texas

Miranda is a powerful woman of God with an effervescent personality. She is energetic and filled with joy. Her love for Christ is contagious, overflowing to all she comes in contact with. Miranda is passionate about family, faithfully loving and serving her husband and children as unto the Lord. She is a proponent of family building through the principals of the word of God. Miranda is a conduit of love and is an advocate for broken women, hurting children and homeless teens, lending her voice and resources to help bring change to their lives.

Do you know what you would do if your child stopped breathing? Susan Fries not only was confronted with this reality, but also experienced it with the added trauma from her own childhood memories of desperately gasping for air during asthma attacks. She was devastated to learn that her son would experience the very same suffering she endured, along with her older sister. However, being on the other side of the issue as a parent, Fries realized just how much needed to be done to protect her son's life. We all can learn empathy and safe practices to care for each other in a society where 250,000 die from asthma each year. Fries personally takes on the task of advocating for better precautions in schools, informing parents on what makes a difference in the home and raising awareness in the public.

What is destiny? Andrea Mings writes an autobiography that stands apart from the rest. She not only tells you about her own life, but helps you answer questions about yours. In West Philadelphia, born and raised, she tells the story of how her safe 50s world changed throughout the 60s and 70s. As the crime rate rose, Andrea saw the miracle of God's protection over and over. From the loss of her father to gang wars to her home being repeatedly broken into, Andrea can see God's hand every step of the way. He led her to fulfill the purpose of her life and He can lead you to fulfill yours. Buy His Living Sculpture today and find out what God is all about - how He will work in your life to make it clear that He has a plan for your future, a plan you can trust.

From where I sit today I am forced to look at life from a place I never expected or wanted to be; totally paralyzed from the shoulders down, sitting in a chair that I drive by blowing and sucking in a straw, typing this book one letter at a time with a mouth stick. I never wanted to be here. I never wanted to be in a wheelchair and I never wanted to be a writer. Nevertheless, here I sit typing, because of one seemingly small decision to dive off a boat dock on July 15, 1991, at the age of 19. Shortly after my accident, I would have to make another choice that also altered the course of my life. Do I accept my unwanted circumstances? Acceptance was not a quick, easy process. God used many truths, people and experiences to teach me some big life lessons. The way He used little people was nothing short of miraculous. From a 5th grader named Miranda I learned to look beyond my limitations for things I could do instead of focusing on all the things I could not do. Through a 2nd grader named Alicia I saw that giving what I have to give is more important than what I have to give. Sierra's out of control ride on my wheelchair ended up being the incident God used to teach me the key to trusting Him. While my 3 year old brother's response to a bird pooping on my shoulder, challenged me to not only accept my paralysis, but really learn to "live with it." Kevin Olson was born on August 28, 1971. He was raised on a farm just Southwest of Chanute, KS. He was an All-State basketball player who graduated from Chanute High School in the top 10% of his class in 1989. On July 15, 1991, he became paralyzed from the shoulders down as a result of a diving accident. Since 1993 he has devoted his life to kids by tutoring at elementary schools, teaching at the Cherry Street Youth Center in Chanute, traveling around speaking at schools and churches, and serving as a Youth Minister for two churches in Fredonia, KS. After his accident Kevin also obtained his Associates degree and a computer programming certification. Currently he works from home creating websites and is busy promoting his first book, an autobiography titled "Learning to Live With It." His life motto is: "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are, and don't worry about the rest." ----------------- Kevin is available for speaking engagements, book signings, interviews, and etc. Kevin Olson 620-431-0458 www.kevinolson.net

This is book one of a fantasy series for youths through adults. It is about Narn, a young man in a village of people that is still recent after the Creation. The Maker has Given him the special ability to sense people's feelings and has Called him to help people when their feelings would turn them from the Maker's Teachings. Unbeknownst to him, Narn is being pursued by the Blackness, a force from the unMaker trying to undo all that the Maker has Made and that killed Narn's Father, who also shared Narn's special sensitivity. Narn discovers that he must choose between the Lessons his Family learned from the Maker and those of the Hunters, seeded from the unMaker. After his best friend, a Hunter, is killed while on a Hunt, Narn's own emotions blind him, and he ignores his Lessons to avenge his friend's death. He then finds that he must choose between life and death, not only for the once-revered beast that killed his friend, but also for himself-because his heart has Writings upon it that conflict with what he has seen take place before him. Which is more real? To which will he yield? This book sets the stage for the following series about Narn, which gradually deepens in the question of "choosing whom you will follow," and gives the reader insight into the Writings on his/her own heart so he/she may be better prepared to make that choice. I have a master's degree in counseling psychology with special emphasis in personal and family challenges. I began to see that the underlying causes of most people's problems stemmed from a departure from Standards in their lives, consciously or unconsciously. This realization influenced me very strongly and I found myself writing about it in story form.

Cascenta Whyte will win you over from page one in this incredible autobiography of having the strength and grace to grow in the face of nearly unbelievable difficulties. If you've ever felt that life is just one crisis after another, this is the book for you. Whyte begins by sharing the shock of her life due to a case of rape, which caused her to become pregnant. In the face of this, she finally learned the truth of the dysfunction in her family that occurred before she was born. She was able to weather the storm only to end up being diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma, yet here she is to share faith and testimony with you. Read this book to find out how the Holy Spirit brought Whyte through her past of shame to health in every area: spiritual, mental, emotional, physical and even finance.

HOSEA 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Today's average Christian is not aware of the ongoing battle in the spiritual realm. The battle is as real as the world they see, but it is subtly working to hinder them from fulfilling God's plan and purpose for their lives. This book is intended to train and equip Christian believers for the spiritual battle. Linda Tatanus is an ordained minister and a NCCA licensed pastoral counselor. She is the founder of True Living Stones Ministries, Inc., and has ministered in jails and the Caribbean, teaching believers how to walk in the freedom that only Jesus Christ can give.

Are you tired of failed relationships? Do you know how to save yourself from potential disasters or mediocre relationships? Dr. Bill Koerner had enough with hearing about and experiencing relationships and marriages that had failed, including his own, so he did something about it. As it was revealed to him through his newfound relationship with Christ along with the Biblical principles of scripture, he gave thanks by writing about his experiences and spiritual growth, and created a reference guide for seekers of successful relationships. Dr. Koerner is a practicing Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, holds a Masters degree in Applied Psychology and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology. He currently resides and works in the Dallas/Ft Worth area and is the proud father of an 8 year old daughter. Another book written by Dr. Koerner, released at the same time as this text is entitled A Relationship Divine: Parenting Edition, which follows a similar template to the original A Relationship Divine, and delves into relationships as they relate to parents and children.

Are you tired of struggling with your parenting? Do you know how to save yourself from potential disasters or mediocre relationships with your children? Dr. Bill Koerner had enough with hearing about parenting relationships that had stalled or failed, so he did something about it. As it was revealed to him through his newfound relationship with Christ along with the Biblical principles of scripture, he gave thanks by writing about his experiences and spiritual growth, and created a reference guide for seekers of successful parenting relationships. Dr. Koerner is a practicing Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, holds a Masters degree in Applied Psychology and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology. He currently resides and works in the Dallas/Ft Worth area and is the proud father of an 8 year old daughter. Another book written by Dr. Koerner, released at the same time as this text is entitled A Relationship Divine: Discovering and Loving the One Chosen for You, which follows a similar template as the Parenting edition, and addresses building and maintaining exceptional relationships, as well as learning how to rule out potential failures.

In Confronting Abortion Distortions, authors Rhonda and Richard White go beyond the standard rhetoric of the hot-button issue of abortion. More than mere opinion, the authors give informative, easy-to-understand explanations of medical procedures, birth control options, scientific studies and research, as well as detailed breakdowns of the legalities surrounding the process and the industry. They also sort through topics such as abortion recovery, abortion healing, abortion history and the general opinions and misconceptions about abortion in America. Balancing biblical truth with research and statistics, Rhonda and Richard White have compiled a revealing, educational, gripping look at one of the most misleading and divisive issues in America today.

My name is Sadiki Coppin. I was born and raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., August 27, 1985. My ethnic background is Panamanian. I am the husband to Zugheys Smith-Coppin and father to Zusaidy Smith-Coppin. I am the youngest of 10 siblings.My parents are Cecilia Harding (mom), Rodolfo Coppin (dad), Noris Smith (mother-in-law), and Felix J. Smith (father-in-law). I dedicate this book to my beloved wife Zugheys Smith- Coppin, she is the reason this book came into existence. I want to thank my daughter who is my miracle child that was a significant motivation to this book. Thank you to my immediate, in-laws, and extended family. I honor Ernesto Shannon, thank you very much. I also want to give thanks to Robert Richards, Brian Pitt, Wayne Desouza, etc. Also, thanks to my church family (Emmanuel Church of God). Special thanks to Bishop Curt Courtenay, First Lady Aracely Courtenay, Pastor Jaime Holder, Luz Holder, Pastor Cave, Pastor Williams, Reverend Day, Minister Eveth Robinson, Minister Boca, Minister Burton and Bishop Roberto Brown. Thank you all for love, support and depositing so much treasure in my life. Most importantly, last but not least, I want to thank and give all the glory to my Lord & Savior Jesus Christ, he is the inspiration behind the words in this book. Growing up, I was always a unique child. It was a mystery to me and others why I acted and thought the way I did. Now I understand that my uniqueness serves a higher purpose and it is my goal to let people know that they have a special purpose that one must discover. As of right now, I am an entrepreneur in 5Linx with an associate's degree in Environmental Control Technology. I'm currently finishing the pursuit of my Bachelors Degree in Facilities Management Technology at New York City College of Technology. Also, I'm in hot pursuit of changing people's perspective so that they can be victorious in life and not victims of failure.

Noel Montgomery, a victim of society that was brought on by the destruction of the mind. Mentally abducted, physically raped of her childhood, and the desire to die, lead Noel to the many avenues of drugs, crime, hospitalizations and death. After experiencing many years of obliteration, she called on God to rescue her out of the depth of Hell. Not only does she survive, but lives to tell.... Her story will break you down, build you up and fill you with the joy of what the Lord does in lost souls and sinners who believe there is nothing left to live for.... Her story will give strength and light to those struggling to find their way out of darkness and others who need understanding. What you read in this book will astound you and perhaps even change you. You'll want everyone to read this book!

This powerful practical message will instruct, stir and encourage not only those believers that find themselves persevering in challenging times, but it will also ignite a remnant that has become bored with the disciplines that are essential to maximizing opportunity and securing concrete success. There is resounding revelation with regard to the confirmed, consistent, continual prophetic word that has been echoing over your life but nevertheless evading manifestation. In most instances, this impartation will help to guide you with practical insight from potential into promise. Dr. Harvey's apostolic mantle is evidently seen in his conviction to guard and uplift root principles that are essential to the body of Christ and the foundation of families on his way to the lesson at hand. This impartation will prep and enrich the soil of the believer's soul for a harvest that is contingent upon their consistency. Dr. Lenny O. Harvey is a member of A.I.M and a spiritual son of Bishop I.V and Bridget Hilliard. He is the senior pastor of Charity Cathedral International in the Bronx and Newburgh, New York. Dr. Harvey's apostolic mantle is evident to the multitudes that have been blessed by his voice. His weekly TV program Prophetic Flame may be seen on Cablevision and on the internet. Accelerated has been the demand on his ministry to both clergy and laity. God in this season would have him author with a conviction and scriptural clarity that cannot be denied. Dr. Harvey's training is balanced. He is not only a scholarly servant but a wilderness survivor whose voice intimately unfolds the heart of God. Visit Dr. Harvey at www.charityci.org *In Paperback & E-book

A current understanding of God's plan for our time. Have you ever wondered what the end of the world looks like? Prophecy reveals the character and nature of God. Then God reveals prophecy. The Jewish calendar, Daniel's seventy weeks, the life of Christ and Bible chronology explain what will happen and when. Beyond symbols and traditions, Daniel and John describe our recent history and current events. We are one hundred years into the End Times. The horses are on the run and the trumpets are sounding. Can you find the United States in the Bible? America's rise and fall is described in over one hundred prophecy symbols, events and dates. World Wars and Iraq Wars prepare the world for the Tribulation. With three End Wars, God restores Israel, conquers all nations and establishes the eternal reign of Jesus Christ. We can clearly see God's plan for our time. Israel is the destination but three Iraq Wars bring the world to the Tribulation. Wake up Laodicean church! Stop being distracted by the world's system, know our time and encourage one another as we work together for the Kingdom. A current understanding will change your heart and life to impact your church, your community, your nation and the world. In 21st Century Revelation, God reveals: - Himself and His Word - Prophecy timing from beginning to end - Seven current End Time powers - Four horses on the run - Seven wars of the seven trumpets - Iraq War III changes everything - The United States in the Bible over one hundred times www.21stCenturyRevelation.com 1. Creation to Laodicea 2. America & the Rapture 3. Tribulation

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Often when people think of stewardship, they think primarily of money and don't understand that stewardship expands beyond the subject of money and finances; it is an inclusive concept for daily living. Thus, Stewardship: More than Money is written from a biblical perspective to provide insights on the subject of stewardship that will hopefully bless individual Christians, church leaders and others to gain a more holistic view of stewardship, one that encompasses the totality of life. Read and discover the true meaning of stewardship and that faithful stewards are the recipients of untold blessings from God. For ultimately we all must give an account of our stewardship before our Creator. Dr. Rudolph Smith, a retired pastor who established Community Church of God in Atlanta, GA in 1966, is a revered teacher, preacher and theologian, a magna cum laude graduate (M.Div.) of the Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC), and recipient of the Doctor of Divinity degree from Warner Southern College and the Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Anderson University. He has over 60 years experience in ministry traveling extensively across the USA and the world, served as the Dean-Director of the In Service Training Institute (20 years), Associate Campaign Fund Director (25 years), National Budget Chair (10 years) for the Church of God, and is the first recipient of the ITC Richardson Ecumenical Fellowship Distinguished Alumni of the Year Award. He and his wife reside in Atlanta, GA.

Su nombre era Gina Ester Selva y su apellido de casada Attalla. Nació en una pequeña ciudad al sur esté de Managua Nicaragua en Centro América llamada Bluefields. Tenía cuarenta y cuatro años de edad, y era la séptima hija del matrimonio compuesto por Leopoldo Selva y Amparo Hurtado. El matrimonio tuvo once hijos siete mujeres y cuatro varones. Gina siempre fue una excelente estudiante, tanto en primaria como en secundaria. Ella y yo fuimos más que hermanas, éramos hermanas en Cristo y en la carne, siempre fuimos muy unidas; nunca me dijo cuáles eran sus sueños o metas, lo único que puedo decir que ella fue una linda persona como hermana y como amiga, fue una excelente madre y abuela. Tuvo una infancia muy diferente debido a que le hizo falta nuestra madre. Ella creció al lado de nuestro padre y de nuestra abuela materna. A los once años de edad ella se vino a vivir aquí a los Estados Unidos con nuestra madre y conmigo. A los diecisietes años de edad Gina se casó y tuvo dos hijas Kristina y Kimberly .A los veintitrés años de edad Gina se enferma de leucemia y desde allí ella vive una vida de enfermedad en enfermedad ella ya no fue la persona que era antes, y el 27 de Agosto del 2009 Gina muere de un paro respiratorio en un Hospital en California. Pero lo lindo y precioso de todo esto es que Gina muere conociendo las cosas de Dios. Y como todos sabemos que el morir en Cristo es ganancia y como dice la palabra de Dios en San Juan (3) 15: Para todo aquel que en él cree, no se pierda, mas tenga vida eterna. Y como hermana de Gina solo quiero decir que la extraño mucho pero sé que ella está en un lugar mejor.

Are you a business person who happens to be a Christian? Are you working hard in your job with goals to climb the corporate ladder, earn more money, and achieve business success? Barry Voss would have said YES in the past. He had goals for a long and prosperous business career. But a mission trip to Kazakhstan in 1996 changed his focus. That's where God challenged him to live by faith, and to follow Jesus! As a result of that challenge, and Barry's desire to live out what he believed in, God transformed his life. He no longer works for financial gain but for the will of God. And in the process God surprisingly gave him the desires of his heart. Read Barry's inspiring story of transformation, fulfillment, blessing, and purpose when he took up the challenge to live by faith!

In this book is a powerful message that rises out of a true-life story woven in sadness, heartache, pain, joy and God working miracles. You will see lessons learned, wisdom gained, and experiences to share. It's revealing unforgettable moments all in unforgettable testimonies. Shana Joseph is a young and anointed evangelist, powerful preacher, and she is apart of The Harvest Army Church International located in NYC. She has a passion for the youths and those who have yet to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. She believes that her testimony will help those in the dark, and shed light on the hidden darkness of this world. She is happily married to Stephan Joseph and together they have three children, Marland, Giovonni and Vanise.

You too, for whatever reason have had a burning desire to utilize your secretarial and administration skills to work from home, but you just didn't know how to go about getting started. As a child of the Most High God, anointed musician, singer and NFL Mom, Barbara shares a close up view of her over 20 year work from home experience, and presents it in an easy-to-read language that will assist anyone who has that same desire. She addresses common issues and credits God with both her skills and her success.

Gordon Cashwell is a writer and speaker who believes revival in America may be as simple as finding the moral compass and true religion of the Bible that Christians had at the beginning of the country. He is founder and director of Without Walls Ministry, a non- profit which equips and encourages churches and organizations for community involvement and evangelism outside the four walls of the church. Their motto is "WWJB- Where Would Jesus Be?" He has been instrumental in establishing two inner- city churches, a residential men's facility for men with life- controlling problems, as well as children's community gardens in the Charleston, SC. He is married to Kimberly and has three girls, Kara, Autumn and Sara. He received a Master of Divinity with a concentration in cross- cultural evangelism from Columbia International University. He is also the author of Stones of Remembrance: Without Walls. He is a champion of denominational unity and outreach and has recently been led to the Catholic Church. His ministries are now reaching out to the poor while preparing for possible disaster.

This book was written with the intention of encouraging all who read it: to develop and /or increase the level of relationship with God and to invite them to (as the Bible says) Taste of the Lord and see that He is good. While writing, I found myself remembering many of the things that God has done in my life and in the lives of my family. This has increased my appreciation for and of God and His blessings in our lives. Writing this has also served to increase my own faith and has given me a deeper resolve in my walk with God and to seek Him on every level of life. My prayer is simply that God receives the most out of this effort and that this book helps everyone who reads it. To God be All of the glory and All of the praise. He truly is the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords. I thank God for giving me the time and the words to write this book and may all who read it be truly blessed. In Jesus name.... Amen.

It's a living testimony of taking something that is hurtful and painful, making it pleasant and beautiful through the love of God who sent His begotten Son, Jesus Christ to die for us. This book is written by Violet Kaluluma Mwenelupembe, a devoted Christian, Mother of four children, stay at home mom, divorcee, a Malawian living in the Republic of Ireland. This is a life experience by God's grace. Born on 14/10/1976. Studying Computing. Studied Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Polytechnic, University of Malawi.

Equal parts teaching and autobiography, What to Do If It Happens to You: The Path from Devastation to Celebration tells the life story of Cheryl Lane, a pastor's wife who learned real lessons on life and faith when she found herself battling cancer. Extending beyond her own personal battle with cancer, Lane examines the strength that is needed to face many issues common to the believer today--from divorce to death and grief, the loss of a job, or the loss of a dream. Lane outlines how the faithfulness of God and His promises can strengthen and sustain a Christian through the problems of life. A story of struggle, hope, love and fortitude, this book is a truly moving read, stocked full of biblical truth worth celebrating!

Prayer is important for every believer. It is necessary to help us stay spiritual healthy and to commune with our heavenly Father. I know what prayer can do is our lives journey before, during, and since we have been together. The reader will find it personable as well as educating. Our relationship as coming together for ministry and marriage was and is founded in prayer and now so is our first book. It contains areas of concentration that will help every reader to revisit situations from their past and present. This will ultimately enhance your future if you apply the principals mentioned in this book. God's greatest desire is for you to trust his word and he will perform what he has written. God will honor your tears but he wants you to speak his word and apply faith while you pray so that he can answer at the appointed time. After reading this book, you will understand seven prophetic ways to pray. Honor Guards for Christ Prayer Line: 712-432-0370 access code: 777120# Mondays from 8 to 9pm Only Pastors Gerald & April Robinson are known as faithful servants of the Lord Jesus Christ. They are powerful in reaching God's precious souls. Not only are they committed to teaching and preaching the prophetic word from the Bible but they are an anointed minstrel in the house of God. They are passionate about training God's people in learning how to fight the enemy through spiritual warfare to accomplish their purpose on the Earth. Pastors Gerald & April Robinson often remind us that we are more than conquerors through Christ Jesus because we are his disciples! Pastors Gerald & April Robinson are the founders of Rivers Non-Denominational World Wide Ministry. Their ministry styles compliment each other and have four children together.

He is just an ordinary person. He is a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, combat veteran, and a pastor. He is also a biker, hunter, mechanic, outdoorsman, your neighbor, a friend, and again, just an ordinary person. Monty spent 12 years in the Army and felt called to leave the military to pursue ordination as a pastor so he could return to the military as a chaplain. While those doors did not open, God did open other doors that guided him to become an ordained inter-denominational minister. The way God did that was unusual to say the least. The story is in the book. After being obedient to God and becoming ordained by God himself (you will have to read the story) Monty was still just a lump of clay on the table. God calls Monty into being a pastor of a church! I know right? God makes it clear that he wants Monty inside the church and no longer preaching just in the highways and byways! You have just got to read the story, it is amazing! So, don't just open the front page and check the water with your feet! Dive in and get submerged immediately! If you are looking for edifi cation, encouragement, confi rmation, or just want an easy to read book, you have found it. Enjoy and may God touch you and guide you as you travel through time with Monty. Hang on as you ride back into the past then back again and what a ride it is!

The Personal Record of his life - During the Great Depression and his naval service aboard a Sub-Chaser during World War II. The author was born in Pittsburgh, Pa. in 1922. His mother died in 1926, leaving his father widowed with three small children, they were placed in St. Paul's Orphanage in 1928, due to economic conditions. He and his siblings remained there for eight years. When his father remarried he made a home for them in Brookline, a suburb of Pittsburgh. This book tells his personal story of what it was like living in an orphanage during the years of the great depression. Then five short years later, to spent his youth in World War II aboard a Sub-chaser fighting the Nazi and Japanese undersea menace. During his teen years it was evident America would soon be involved in the world conflict. After graduation from South Hills High School in 1942 he enlisted in the Navy, and in November of that year he was sent to boot camp at Great Lakes Naval training Center in Chicago, Ill. Selected to train in the war against the Nazi U-Boat's menacing Americas coasts he received anti-submarine training at Key West Florida for service on a sub-chaser, the USS PC 606. He served aboard the ship in the Atlantic and Pacific war zones, escorting troop and supply vessels in convoy to their destinations. He served aboard his ship until wars end, in September 1945. After discharge from the Navy in April 1946 his Navy training in electronics was a great help in obtaining employment with the Western Electric Company. a subsidiary of AT&T communications. He spent 35 years with the company, as installer and supervisor, installing telephone office equipment in Pennsylvania and Florida. During his working years, he helped to install the first all-electronic telephone PBX system in the country for the Apollo space project at Cape Canaveral Fla. He also worked for time on the historic, nuclear submarine project, Nautilus, at Westinghouse Atomic Plant in Pittsburgh Pa.