We all need someone that we can count on. .

. Hello! It's me, Kitty.

I'm the one in the title of this book that I'm hoping you're going to read! This is my story and my family's stories, too. Our lives are like anyone else's - we have our good times and our bad times.

All of our stories are intertwined with others, especially woven tightly between parents and their kids. In this story, you'll learn about me and my five grown children.

There are others in this tale that will make an impression on you, whether it's good or bad. There are some of both! You'll meet Daniel, my achiever, a high-powered, successful man that blazed and then burned out; Nancy, my rebellious child, who's now finding a good place for herself; Phillip, my loving, dependable family man; Cynthia, a know-it-all from day one, who finally loosened up a little, and Douglas, the ruggedly adorable baby of the family, who's making his way in the world, one accomplishment at a time.

We all found out that we can depend on each other when the chips are down. I hope that you enjoy this tale and are able to relate to it in some way! And I sincerely hope you have someone to count on! Love, Kitty.