I was born and raised as a military brat, mostly in southeastern Virginia. Growing up, I had attended church and both of my parents who were very religious. After all, my father’s father was a pastor out on the West Coast. He too was a retired military officer. So, my path was almost ordained for me as to which way I was to go. But I always did things a little different than everybody else. This took me down a little bit rougher road to get to where I was going. Eventually, however, I too became a military officer.
During my tour of duty, I spent most of it with the 101st Airborne Division. So, I was rather molded along that style of leadership. I even spent time in the U. S. Army Ranger School, until a major knee injury knocked me out on graduating. I always regretted never going back to finish.
At the heart of James Olds’ memoir, “It Will Be Okay,” lies a profound exploration of the intersection between faith and resilience. Through candid reflections on his life’s trials and tribulations, Olds invites readers into a deeply personal journey of spiritual awakening and self-discovery. From his upbringing as a military…
In “It Will Be Okay” by James Olds, readers are invited on a transformative journey from the battlegrounds of military service to the sanctuary of spiritual enlightenment. Olds’ memoir serves as a captivating chronicle of his life, from his upbringing in a military family to his harrowing battle with multiple…
In James Olds’ poignant memoir, “It Will Be Okay,” readers are invited into a deeply personal journey of triumph over adversity. Born and raised as a military brat in southeastern Virginia, Olds’ upbringing was shaped by the rigid discipline and values instilled by his military family. Yet, despite the expectations…
