About the Book

Every day when passing people on the streets I was compelled more and more to write a book and share my story wondering if anyone would exchange their life for mine. In my book I share with you what it was like for a young man to grow up In the City of Brotherly Love (Philadelphia) having experience my mother go to prison for murder and being forced into a life on the streets only to have those very streets become my family and protection. While writing I often found myself crying or smiling at the fact of being able to even share my experiences with you. I also made sure I kept it one hundred as they say in the hoods today and spoke to you as If I was speaking to my mother. We (Masons) use that term in masonry to outline how our conversations should be with each other. I know for a fact the only way you will benefit from what I write is to be candid. While reading you will find we share pains and have stories that are very much alike. I would love to hear your comments and for you to join me in spreading a message of motivation and adversity to those that are frozen by indecision and need leadership and direction back into this world of opportunity. What Legacy Will You Leave Behind!

About the Author

I was raised in west Philadelphia. I went to west Philadelphia high and University City High and attended Lincoln University college. My hobbies were boxing and gymnastics. I have four brothers and one sister. I been around the world, but life for me begin growing up on the streets of Philadelphia. I can’t describe to you what a silver spoon looks like. I have seen some of the worst conditions life has to offer. During my travels, I must have lived in fifty or more different homes or places I called home. I know what it is like not to have. Despite all my misfortunes God has been good to me. I served 12 years in the United States Army. Within those years I have spent three years in Iraq, three years in Korea, 6 months in Saudi Arabia, three years in California and six years in Columbus Georgia. I have had my share of relationships and a woman has always been my strength and support. I must say, I learned something new in all my courtships. I am blessed to be here and constantly thank God for every minute and second of each day, I am alive. As I look back on all the things I have been through I realize that I Always Loved Life but never lived it. So I try everyday to do something positive and take advantage of every opportunity to better myself and live life to its fullest while overcoming any obstacles. God Bless You