This book is about the author's life and how she defeated the odds of being raised by a mother, who was forced to be a single mom because the father was incarcerated for several years. The book is about how the author had the determination to overcome insurmountable obstacles; resulting in academic success. Later, becoming a loving mother and wife. The author takes the reader on the journey of going from a successful student to a depressed young woman, but finding her way back to peace and serenity. However, life's frustrations, allows the author to discover her passion for writing. The purpose of this book is to encourage the reader to never give up; despite the many seasons of life.