about the Author

About me...

At the age of 79, I have lived a life marked by both profound challenges and remarkable achievements. After a lifetime of experiences shaped by resilience, determination, and transformation, I decided to write and publish my autobiography.

I was born the youngest of seven siblings. My early childhood was difficult, shaped by a domineering and intimidating father, which made those formative years deeply challenging.

Everything changed when I made the courageous decision to leave home and live with my sister, who became a surrogate mother to me. This turning point transformed my life for the better. My teenage years were filled with freedom, growth, and joy—and it was during this time that my life truly began to take shape.

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Life Highlights

  • I began my professional journey working in an office, where I was trained in the recruitment profession and steadily progressed through the ranks to the highest levels. The company I worked for was part of a PLC, offering invaluable experience and opportunity.
  • My career took me internationally, with assignments in the United States and Canada, including Los Angeles, Houston, Chicago, Toronto, and New York.
  • I later embarked on a new chapter by establishing a wine import business, marking yet another reinvention in an ever-evolving life.

This autobiography is a reflection on survival, growth, and the power of change—proof that even the most difficult beginnings can lead to an extraordinary life.