The author was born In St. Ann, Jamaica where family, and close relatives were of great importance like it is in other culture. o family, relatives, teachers, neighbors or friends are perfect. The author learned some tough lessons, much of which came through others isights, outlooks, and opinions. The author migrated to Canada in the 70’s, and faced added and more serious situations which affected her in negative ways, but she learned to grow through, and despite those situation. She has learned to forgive, and love despite, and desires to encourage readers to seek to help others grow in grace through opinions, words and attitudes.