by Ronald D. Main Life confronts each human being with different battles as part of our existence in this world. Contents Under Pressure begins at the Mayo Clinic where a diagnosis of incurable cancer presents the reality of death at age fifty-five. From a poverty-stricken youth, Ronald D. Main takes us through his formative years, where his "never quit" philosophy was learned, and into his adult years as he attends college, marries his soul mate, and begins his career as a teacher and school principal. The fight for survival starts with a bone marrow transplant and continues through years of constant battles of recovery and containment of the disease. The importance of family and friends takes on new meaning, and redefined "realities" create life-altering experiences. This true story of one man's battle serves as a beacon of hope and a testimonial to the importance of a positive attitude in all we do. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Ronald D. Main, a sixty-year-old retired school teacher and administrator, lives in Midland, Michigan, with his wife, Judy, who is currently completing her twenty-fifth year as an elementary school teacher. Born and raised in the projects of Benton Harbor, Michigan, Ronald was able to surround himself with positive people, which led to his eventual escape from the ghetto. After a very successful career, Ronald now spends his time enjoying his children and their spouses and his grandchildren. He now assists several cancer patient support groups and plans to become a strong advocate of stem cell transplants. Contents Under Pressure is Mr. Main's first published work of nonfiction. He published several sonnets and short poems in college, and many educational articles in professional journals during his career as a teacher, coach, and school administrator. He is currently working on a new fiction novel, "The Popsicle Squeezers," which will reveal his philosophy of effectively raising children in today's society. (2005, paperback, 102 pages) |
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