Leaving Footprints Behind

Encompassing passion, goodwill, and heart-rending experiences on the frontline of Iraq, veteran Mike Petrone discovered meaning through misfortune. Captivating the essence of compassion, he reveals how his incredible journey enabled him to appreciate life and discover new perspectives through selfless service around the world. Working with orphans in developing countries across Africa, delivering speeches to schools in Brazil, teaching in Costa Rica, and dealing with perilous moments in combat, his stories of adventure and adversity prove that ordinary people can create extraordinary change. Leaving Footprints Behind is a remarkable and compelling memoir; a source of inspiration to every wanderlust and humanitarian ready to pursue their purpose and leave footprints behind in their own journey of life.

Encompassing passion, goodwill, and heart-rending experiences on the frontline of Iraq, veteran Mike Petrone discovered meaning through misfortune. Captivating the essence of compassion, he reveals how his incredible journey enabled him to appreciate life and discover new perspectives through selfless service around the world. Working with orphans in developing countries across Africa, delivering speeches to schools in Brazil, teaching in Costa Rica, and dealing with perilous moments in combat, his stories of adventure and adversity prove that ordinary people can create extraordinary change. Leaving Footprints Behind is a remarkable and compelling memoir; a source of inspiration to every wanderlust and humanitarian ready to pursue their purpose and leave footprints behind in their own journey of life.

Mike Petrone is an author, motivational speaker, and creator of the Cultivate Kindness Campaign. Mike served 5 years in the US Army, including two tours in Iraq, and received the Purple Heart and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor.