This book is an autobiography describing the author's experiences during his childhood as an American living in Nazi Germany during World War 2 (WW2). On return to the US as a teenager he attended high school in preparation for membership in the US Navy during the Korean War. This is followed by a career with the Bell Telephone system as an engineer. The book covers a period of about 50 years and includes a list of thoughts about various subjects that are both entertaining as well as inspiring. The general motivation is to encourage people to think about their life as well as their future. The author has lived in New York state, Germany, Connecticut and Colorado as well as the United States Navy all of which are incorporated in this book.