A Point of View My First 23 Years of Life

It is commonplace for everyone to want to be born into a great family, grow up happy and healthy, have a great career earning lots of money, get married, have children, and live a long life. Arguably, for most of us on this vast, diverse earth, that is not reality. More often than not, most of our lives do not evolve as we plan. We all must deal with the highs and lows of dealing with joy and pain. This is a story about a man who grew up in the deep South during the mid-20th century. It shows how he dealt with adversity at a very young age, served, and displayed loyalty to his family. It illustrates his perseverance through challenging times. It reveals one man's drive for success. Lastly, it highlights his pursuit of love and happiness.