Meet the Silvas, a Portuguese American family of 10, growing up in 1930s and 40s America. Finding success in the face of adversity, as they search for the American dream. A story of struggle, joy, family, and love that will entertain readers of all ages. "It is a very, very fine memoir, one of the best I've read." Charley Kempthorne, Lifestory Magazine "I am crying and laughing." Rita Furnberg "I really love it. Your descriptive style is entertaining and your memory phenomenal." Gene Nigro "The book is full of success stories and some tragedies-such as her sister Rita contracting polio, and...
Meet the Silvas, a Portuguese American family of 10, growing up in 1930s and 40s America. Finding success in the face of adversity, as they search for...
For as long as I can remember, my father was a captivating storyteller. During hurricane season when rain lashed the windows and wind rattled the shades to reveal lightning, he would gather us under his protective voice with these enticing words: "Come over here and sit by me, I feel a story coming on." He'd make himself comfortable in his easy chair in the warm kitchen while we scrambled to gather at his feet on the bare linoleum floor. The youngest child might try to squeeze into my father's chair but eventually ended up on the floor with the rest of us. Papa needed space for his arm...
For as long as I can remember, my father was a captivating storyteller. During hurricane season when rain lashed the windows and wind rattled the shad...
