This story of hope and survival is written through the eyes of 7 year old Alex Skulte, who pieces together his difficult start to life from personal memories and family stories. Born at 26 weeks gestation and weighing less than 2 pounds, Alex faces tremendous odds from birth. Alex's story in an incredible but simple tale of courage and determination, an important story for parents of a premature child, for children who struggle with the complications of a premature birth and for anyone facing a life challenge.