Maryanne Shaw

Victor's Story Maryanne Shaw

a father teaches his daughter life' most important lessons Victor is a Boy from Waynesburg, Ohio... Have you ever met that one person who just stood out from the crowd? Someone who had such a unique storytelling ability that even strangers would hang on their every word? Someone who lived life in such a way that it inspired you to do your very best? That describes Victor, my father, and for 94 years he lived an amazing life. Victor's Story is filled with Victor's stories and anecdotes from his boyhood days through his adult life. It truly is Victor's voice throughout the book as he left behind 17 cassette tapes detailing his adventures as a self-described modern day Huckleberry Finn. Victor grew up in the little town of Waynesburg, Ohio. His parents were Italian immigrants who worked hard to support their large family. At the tender age of 12 Victor followed in his father's footsteps and began to work in the mines. As a very spiritual man, Victor shares encounters that profoundly affected his life including his very special angel stories. He treated everyone with respect. I don't think he had even one enemy. His life was guided by his strong faith and he led by example. Also included are 7 Life Lessons through a Daughter's Eyes as Victor alone could teach. He was my mentor. He was my father. Victor's Story is a heartwarming book that will move you one minute and delight you're the next. And when you finish the last page, you'll be inspired to live the life you were meant to lead.