In this book, Mrs. Craig recounts so many intriguing facets
of her many years on this earth. Born at the end of World War I, she came of
age during the Depression, married during the second World War, and fought for
her place in a changing world. The America in which she sought employment was
one in which married women were expected to fit certain molds. In her book,
Craig shows the masterful ways in which she broke free of that mold, becoming a
media personality and a world traveler in a way that seems almost accidental.
Craig was a hard-worker, but is a classic proof of the adage that one’s
attitude foretells how far one can go in life.
Most chapters in this book start with the concept that Craig
remains fascinated with the world, and excited to be a part of the changes that
have captured younger generations. She speaks of using a computer, using some
phrases, such as receiving a response to an email in less than ten minutes,
repeatedly. She also perseverates on the fact that her limited eyesight
necessitates audio books, and that she's lost much of her hearing, but
maintains an excellent memory (in her perspective).
I was most impressed by the child-like wonder Mrs. Craig sustains
as she views the world through the eyes of a nearly-centenarian. The historical
events she witnessed, and the once-in-a-lifetime opportunities she created for
herself increase my respect for her. While the book contains a few formatting
errors in the electronic version, overall it is very readable. Sentences and
spelling are correct, if written on a rather simple reading level.
