Rating: 0 out of 5 stars
0 ratings
Loading
JS![]()
author
John Smithies
Born Aug 9, 1935 I survived a life threatening pulmonary infection that my parents never informed me about until I joined the Marines in 1953. They kept this information from me because the doctors...view moreBorn Aug 9, 1935 I survived a life threatening pulmonary infection that my parents never informed me about until I joined the Marines in 1953. They kept this information from me because the doctors told them at the time that my life would be shortened considerably because of it. Therefore I led a charmed life throughout my formative and teen years. This led to developing the personality of the class clown. Life is too short to take it seriously. I learned too late in life, that everything doesn't have to be a joke. I was lucky enough to survive a failed first marriage which led me to meet the love of my life my second wife Pam. We were married 40 years until she lost her battle with cancer. Thanks be to God, I have led a long and interesting life in which I have learned many lessons, the hard way. From these lessons I have developed a strong desire to finish a book I started some time ago. My goal being is to help others avoid some of the mistakes I’ve made. I hope God gives me enough time to finish the book I intend to title God's Ragamuffin. Mean while I dedicate Holiday Madness to the loving and constant memory of my wife Pam. I have three grand children whom I wish can live as long and eventful a life as I have.view less