by Richard Deatherage (Author)

As the recession of 2008 unfolds, Richard Deatherage, an architectural draftsman with a three-decade career, faces the harsh reality that his beloved profession may soon become obsolete with the rise of computer-aided drafting.

Unemployed and grappling with an uncertain future, Richard finds solace in assisting his ailing father while reminiscing about their shared memories, sparked by the family photos adorning the stairway wall.It is within this poignant context that Richard's extraordinary coming-of-age journey unfolds, resurrecting tales lost in time and unveiling a story of resilience, love, and personal growth.