Claire Ruggiero has always enjoyed reading and has written letters, journals and an abundance of business correspondence in her 40-year career as a secretary. She took writing courses in college, has taken many Bible college courses and enjoys studying the Bible. Being transparent and willing to share her testimony resulted in her desire to write her autobiography, with the hope that her account of overcoming difficulties might encourage others who are struggling. Her path to wholeness was a slow journey which brought her closer and closer to the Good Shepherd. Her blessings include five grown children, twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. In addition to her church activities and choir, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, exercising, bowling and projects on her computer. She is retired and resides in Somerset, Massachusetts, in close proximity to three of her children.