The Valley of Golden Dreams

About the Book

The Book contains a story about a young man, (Christin) who grew up under parents who lived by, and taught him, The Golden Rules. He had graduated from college, married Anna, the girl of his dreams and became father to two children. He then found employment with a prominent local company and had a promising career. But that was not enough to fulfill his personal desires. In defiance of warnings from Anna, he resigned his position at the company, and went to the dreaded Industrial Valley in quest of a more lucrative career. A compromising environment there, soon took it’s toll on his personal values. He gave way to negative habits and became entangled in activities counter to those of a faithful, loving husband and father. Separation from Anna soon followed, then came a personal life filled with heart aches and tragedy. The long road back to his loved ones was troublesome, but once there he found his real Valley of Golden Dreams.

About the Author

Born and raised on a farm in rural southwestern Ohio, Raymond gained a firsthand knowledge of everyday life of average people. During the Korean War he served honorably as an active member of The United States Marine Corps. After returning home he worked as a masonry contractor until entering a new profession in the field of education. He received his Bachelor, and Master Degree of Education from the University of Cincinnati followed by an Internship in School Administration at Kent State University. Now, after many years of construction work, teaching and School Administration, Raymond is enjoying his retirement as a writer and hobbyist.