In the classic 1946 Frank Capra classic It's a Wonderful Life, the main character George is given an opportunity to find out what the world would be like if he'd never been born. He's told by the angel Clarence that a life touches so many others, leaving a big hole when that person is not around. Anne's life touched so many throughout her nearly ninety-six years. This book is a small way to recount the impact she had on so many lives.

More than a memoir, it's a journey of generations, a thank you for her love and dedication to her family. Born during the Roaring '20s, raised during the Depression, and growing up during WWII, Anne was a woman of the "greatest generation" and exemplified the qualities that gave her the strength and good humor to face the challenges of a long and blessed life. Her family's legacy is inextricably tied to the history of her hometown and the Hudson Valley.

A story of contrasts and changes, love and loss, trials and triumphs. Enjoy the story of how Anne did it.