This book is based on factual events that the author has experienced and his knowledge of African American culture. A God-Fearing, cantankerous elderly woman is asked to undergo a traditional, daunting summer task. Her responsibilities included the 'watchdog effort,' and the use of any means necessary to discipline and teach her grandchildren, great-nieces; and great-nephews how to live a Christian way of life.
Their ages range from 10-17, and the desire, reluctance, and necessity for them to remain in her house depends on one major stipulation; they all must attend church services with her every Sunday
This novel is a collection of diverse, raw, entertaining and humorous stories about family fun, adventure and the experiences that take place in an urban community in Cincinnati, Ohio.
One of the natural outcome in life is that every generation of adolescents encounters their share of trials, tribulations and temptations while growing up. In many cases they are unavoidable, sometimes unpredictable, and sometimes unbelievable. The essence of this book touches on every facet of these experiences.
