I self published the above book in February 2014 because of my concern for my country and my grandchildren's future. At age 83 this is my first venture into the literary world and I find it quite chalI self published the above book in February 2014 because of my concern for my country and my grandchildren's future. At age 83 this is my first venture into the literary world and I find it quite challenging. I consider myself more a patriot than a writer or poet and welcome interaction with readers and other authors....more