Praise and Poverty

Inspired by her grandmother's praise, at a young age, Gloria Fondren became exceedingly motivated. Amidst poverty, the path she chose to follow as a child enabled her to face obstacles, challenges, and various life trials with confidence. Gloria Fondren's optimistic attitude was conveyed in persistence and endurance that ultimately gave her hope and courage to overcome.

This book tells the story of Gloria Fondren's childhood. Embedded in deeply rooted emotions are humor, joy, sadness, and pain as vividly described in each chapter of this book. Candidly written, Gloria Fondren's childhood is inspiring, insightful, and heartwarming.

This exciting new book aims to do the following:

• Show the powerful impact one's upbringing can have on the ability either to persevere and overcome trials and obstacles with victory or give up with defeat

• Examine the mind-set of readers invoking deep thoughts on what a person may be holding on to as opposed to letting go of in regards to childhood experiences

• Challenge parents, grandparents, and caregivers—as role models—to earnestly consider how they would like to be remembered based on the impact they have had on their children's lives

• Provide noteworthy insight into principles, morals, responsibility, and work ethics developed as a result of praise

• Offer hope, motivation, courage, and a sense of self-belief for young readers, thereby developing the attitude that if I believe and put my mind to it, I can do it