Hard knocks? Just opportunity kicking you into gear — either with a Gibbs-style slap up the side of the head or a swift kick other places.

Me? It took both and a package from my long time employer.

Now I am pursuing an education through University of North Florida in a media marketing certificate and working hard on ‘the book.’

The Goal? Even if I never finish mine, I can help other authors get their name and book out there.