This memoir covers almost eight decades of my life in America. It includes living through the Great Depression, three major wars, and several recessions. While many people speak of their heritage and the advantages of other lands, I still believe that America offers the best hope for the world. While we have been in a constant revolution since 1776, the outcomes seem to be right. My thanks go to my publisher, Julie Ann Howell and her staff for their creativity and dedication to this project.