Book excerpt: In this, his fourth book, Vinnie Venturella takes a thought-provoking look at some of lifes experiences. His observations are at times instructive, funny, sarcastic, smart, insightful, and action oriented. He shares thoughts about his faith, America, his professions, leadership, his kids, family, and friends. Theyll make you laugh, cry, go hmm or at least think. Vinnie takes an in your face and tell it like it is look at things. If one, a few, or all of these observations resonate with you, hes met his intent. They are a result of decades of experiences, observations, and lessons learned. He hopes his unique style, content, and format appropriately deliver the message as intended. Vinnie retired as a Chief Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force after 21+ years as a Combat Controller in Air Force Special Operations. He has been in a leadership environment since 1985. He is a Certified Financial Planner and works in the personal finance industry. Vinnie, his wife, Tammie, and their daughters, Meaghan and Sophia, live in North Carolina. They attend Manna Church, and Vinnie wants everyone to know hes still under construction.