This story of the trials and triumphs of a boy growing up on a Colorado farm during the Great Depression highlights the importance of strong family ties and friends who lived by the Golden Rule. In addition to revealing personal experiences and family history, the author has given the reader a unique glimpse into the life styles and moral standards of those who lived in rural Colorado during the era of the Great Depression. Changes in methods of food production and advances in technology and medical services are witnessed through the eyes and understanding of a boy growing up at that time.