This life story is intended to inspire the reader to start thinking about their own life and how much life means. A life with tragedy, happiness, and contentment. A journey of endurance and strength, of survival and fulfillment. An "itch" that turned into a two-year commitment with hopes of sharing a life of real stories - with real people - real emotions and real possibilities. True and amusing stories that will keep you entertained. You will read that you don't have to be rich, famous or powerful to live a meaningful life. Be the best you can be with family, friends and with others you choose to be with. My life, the first sixty-nine years.