My Life Story

The Road Less Traveled: Dimly seen and often ominous, few choose to follow it; but through the Gospel of Jesus Christ the few who do may receive the light of Christ and the courage of faith. Growing up in the deep south was an adventure, followed by action on the beaches of World War II, marriage and family, and a long career as an educator - for a life well-lived... Bruce Feiler discovered “stunning breakthroughs in knowledge about how to make families work more effectively. A most surprising theme emerged: The single most important thing you can do for your family may be the simplest of all: develop a strong family narrative.” “The more children knew about their family’s history, the stronger their sense of control over their lives, the higher their self-esteem. Feeling part of a large family with a strong intergenerational self helps children significantly as they understand that the family has stuck together and helped each other.” (Dr Marshall Duke and Dr Robin Fivush, psychologists at Emory University in Atlanta, from a study of 48 families.)