An entertaining, thought-provoking blend of memoir, old-time storytelling, home-spun philosophy, and the occasional errant thought, all delivered with Southern style and a distinctive country flavor. These treasures are the result of matriculation in The Advanced School of Hard Knocks (from which I graduated Summa Cum Laude) and I felt it was only right to share them. Perhaps one or two will bring a smile to your face and a lift to your spirit. So, sing a song and let your consciousness stream free. May your journey be educational, enriching, and above all... joyful.