Statement from Author I was born in 1925. This is my story of growing up on a farm and following the oft-times bumpy road of life. It is the story of my family and ancestors, those pioneers who cut the trails and paved the roads for our journey through life. Several major events helped shape the lives and attitudes of those born before 1940. It was a struggle raising a family in the thirties: not only was the nation in a financial crisis, Mother Nature was in an ugly mood. When people reminisce, they often talk about the "good times" they had during the "bad times." There was a shortage of...

Statement from Author I was born in 1925. This is my story of growing up on a farm and following the oft-times bumpy road of life. It is the story of my family and ancestors, those pioneers who cut the trails and paved the roads for our journey through life. Several major events helped shape the lives and attitudes of those born before 1940. It was a struggle raising a family in the thirties: not only was the nation in a financial crisis, Mother Nature was in an ugly mood. When people reminisce, they often talk about the "good times" they had during the "bad times." There was a shortage of...

Edick s book is written from the heart, showing bits of her family and herself. Throughout, she shows a clear passion for animals, an understanding of their quirky personalities and a recognition of the benefits of pet ownership. In sharing personal accounts, she puts words, emotions, and pictures to an intangible bond that pets share with their people and it s truly heartwarming. Cat Tales gives a voice to all of the much-loved animals of the world and is a brief but impactful read for any animal lover. - The US Review of Books Cat Tales: Kitty Capers and More is a charming and heartwarming...