Meet the Silvas, a Portuguese American family of 10, growing up in 1930s and 40s America. Finding success in the face of adversity, as they search for the American dream. A story of struggle, joy, family, and love that will entertain readers of all ages. "It is a very, very fine memoir, one of the best I've read." Charley Kempthorne, Lifestory Magazine "I am crying and laughing." Rita Furnberg "I really love it. Your descriptive style is entertaining and your memory phenomenal." Gene Nigro "The book is full of success stories and some tragedies-such as her sister Rita contracting polio, and her father losing his arm in a work accident." John Lauritsen, T.V.12