OPTIMISTIC LIFE: Lessons in Love, Loss, & Loyalty

                                                                                          When Dreams are Tested, Hope and Resilience Prevail!

Optimistic Life: Lessons in Love, Loss, and Loyalty is a heartfelt and candid memoir that chronicles the powerful journey of a devoted African American couple with humble blue-collar aspirations. From childhood, they dreamed of a fairytale adulthood—a loving marriage, stable careers, a home in a safe neighborhood, and raising their daughter with the support of family and friends. Yet, life presented them with unexpected and daunting obstacles that challenged their dreams at every turn.

About the Author

Tracie Rosser-Green, the only child of Elbert (Al) and Barbara (Tiny) Rosser, draws inspiration from her parents’ unwavering support. Through her memoir, Tracie embraces her gift of storytelling, which she hadn’t fully recognized before. Guided by faith, she reflects on the challenges and blessings in her life, trusting in God’s plan. Writing has renewed her confidence and purpose, allowing her to honor her family’s legacy, especially her beloved mother, Tiny, the “Star of our Story.” Tracie hopes her story of resilience and faith will inspire others to embrace their journeys with hope and gratitude. Tracie and her husband, Kevin, live in Southern California.

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