Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 My mother told me that I was an accident, and that the rhythm method didn’t work. She took birth control pills to prevent pregnancy, and I learned my first lesson. #2 My father, who was always working, chose to go to graduate school and move near Watertown in 1966. My mother, who was pregnant with me, was left to take care of three babies and toddler Micah by herself. She was constantly exhausted. #3 I have a memory of my brother leading me and my sister on a journey to town. We nearly made it, but were caught by my mother, who punished us by sending us on a hike.