Jesse Oxendine, a Native American of Lumbee origin, was born and raised in Pembroke, North Carolina. In these pages he shares his lifetime of memories of growing up in Small Town USA, "Indian-style." Jesse delivers a wonderful and insightful retrospective of his life during the Great Depression and beyond. He served his country with distinction in World War Two with the Army's 82nd Airborne Division and went on to a successful career as a pharmacist and business owner. Jesse shares his refreshingly insightful tales, wittily and candidly, and brings honor and integrity to a town that has not always shared a stellar reputation amongst Carolinians. Sit back and enjoy this delightful romp through yesteryear and discover the simple pleasures of small town life.