Fourteen authors provide inspirational and educational stories and poetry related to the elusive goal of "success' in life. Topics include: the joy of genealogy; the challenge of a bucket list; finding a compass in people we look up to; lifelong connections made kindergarten;  bolts of inspiration;  making peace with war experiences; the value of persistence; reaching out to give  a helping hand to others; walking in truth;; convert frustration into positive energy; and, a dangerous encounter with a cow.