Book details

  • Genre:biography & autobiography
  • Sub-genre:Military
  • Language:English
  • Series Title:Fourteen Pairs of Boots
  • Series Number:2
  • Pages:268
  • eBook ISBN:9798317851736

Fourteen Pairs of Boots

Life Lessons Learned in the Air Force

By George Farrell

Overview

This book follows the author's book, "Fourteen Pairs of Books: Life Lessons Learned in the Marine Corps" which concluded shortly after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. This book is part two in a two part series titled, "Fourteen Pairs of Boots: Life Lessons Learned in the Air Force. It chronicles the memoirs of the author shortly after September 11, 2001 up until August 1, 2026. Each chapter is followed by life lessons learned and a few examples of the author's, "fourteen keys to happiness and personal growth." The number fourteen was chosen because it was inspired by the fourteen pairs of boots the author was issued or purchased during his time serving in the Marine Corps Reserve, the Air National Guard and the Air Force Reserve. All fourteen pairs of boots have since been bronzed and mounted.
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Description

This book follows the author's book, "Fourteen Pairs of Books: Life Lessons Learned in the Marine Corps" which concluded shortly after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. This book is part two in a two part series titled, "Fourteen Pairs of Boots: Life Lessons Learned in the Air Force. It chronicles the memoirs of the author shortly after September 11, 2001 up until August 1, 2026. Each chapter is followed by life lessons learned and a few examples of the author's, "fourteen keys to happiness and personal growth." The number fourteen was chosen because it was inspired by the fourteen pairs of boots the author was issued or purchased during his time serving in the Marine Corps Reserve, the Air National Guard and the Air Force Reserve. All fourteen pairs of boots have since been bronzed and mounted. The author hopes this book will inspire others as they reflect upon their own lives.
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About The Author

George Farrell is a retired autoworker and has retired from the Air Force Reserve. He previously served in the Marine Corps and the Air National Guard. He is a disabled veteran that was activated in support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm. from 1990-1991. He participated in Operation Fiery Vigil in 1991 which was involved the eruption of Mount Pinatubo and the subsequent evacuation of civilians. He is a lifetime member of American Legion, Amvets, Marine Corps League and the VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars). He is the father of two adult-aged daughters and is a grandfather. He enjoys following his college alma maters of Eastern Michigan University, Central Michigan University and the University of Michigan in football, basketball and ice hockey. He is also a fan of James Dean and participates in community theater. He was perviously written two other books, "Stuff in the Basement: Influences of James Dean" and "Fourteen Pairs of Boots: Life Lessons Learned in the Marine Corps. He enjoys fishing and relaxing. He lives by the James Dean quote, "Dream as if you'll live forever. Live as if you'll die today." He desired=s to make a difference in others lives and is currently pushing teaching.
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