This book is about the journey of a lifetime of just an ordinary Americanwho was extraordinarily blessed with life altering opportunities to grow andserve in the highest levels of Government, the Church, and elsewhere and livedto share these stories. The author is extremely grateful for the successes he has enjoyed in lifeand for the doors of opportunity opened to him. His desire to encourageothers by sharing his experiences from a humble beginning in the foothills ofNorth Carolina to the highest levels of Government, the Church, and travelsto ancient cities of the world is the reason for this book.It is a book appropriate for all ages children and young adults who needinspiration and encouragement; more mature persons who are in their parentingand working years; and senior citizens who will be blessed by a stroll downmemory lane as they recall their own lifes journey.