·  Read and share my story about Vivian, an impoverished young girl who lived in a small apartment on Ames Street in Saginaw, Michigan in the early 1960’s.

·  Enjoy my many adventures, daily challenges, spiritual hopes, and fantastic dreams.

·  Everyone will soon realize that Vivian’s timeless story is even more relevant now than ever before. 

·  Please discuss the hidden way children who are living a traumatic life will mask their struggles.

·  Gain insight by learning that for children living a life of trauma, sometimes the simple act of survival is their biggest accomplishment.

·  Together you will walk away knowing that you can make small observations and adjustments that could help a child in a big way.

“With red legs, arms, hands, and a face framed with wet hair from melted snow, I entered my classroom ill prepared to face a day of learning. The rest of the class chatted and laughed with each other; oblivious to the frozen expedition I had once again endured. Although I was about to face another day of failed classroom lessons, I had survived another trek to school. Survival was my sole victory."