This book is the written account of the first part of my life from my birth in 1974 to 1999 and serves as the prequel to my autobiography, The Rise, Fall, and Resurrection of Mitchell Ryan Murtoff 2000-Present. This book describes growing up in the United States of America in a middle-class Christian family during the 1970's and spans my life until I attended college. It also delves into major world events and technological advancements during this time period.