Aspire, ACT, Achieve

Various events happen in all of our lives which have lasting effects. Some events have profound meanings in our lives, while others have little or marginal impact. Involvement in sports influenced the author's early thinking, attitude, personality, and character. His participation in sports provided him many opportunities for advancement and opened doors which would have been closed. The book reveals how an obscure child with dreams, high hopes and extraordinary aspirations is able to rise from meager surroundings and achieve most of his hopes and dreams. The story begins with the author's early childhood and grade school experiences. The story continues with chapters about the author;s high school, collegiate, and work experiences. The book concludes with a chapter revealing a variety of the author's life experiences which helped him realize his dreams.