A Guardian Angel on my Shoulder

A Lifetime of Thankful Memories

By: Mitchell D. Lopate

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Named by my mother for an archangel, I know that my guardian angel has been on assignment through some wild episodes--and I have to thank God above for the love, persistence, and wisdom of the one assigned to me. This is my life story--and Grainger's. That's the name I call my Guardian Angel.
These are the memoirs of a lifetime of challenges and struggles with a learning disorder, a love of reading, social and behavioral difficulties, and a very toxic and unfriendly family environment. But belief in God has brought me an advanced degree in education, travel to several foreign countries for employment and a gracious return back to the U.S., and happiness, enthusiasm, and remarkable connections that extend around the world.
Throughout it all, I have learned to say on a daily basis that I am blessed and thankful--and grateful--for the chance and choices I have made that uplift my spirit. I have found ways to encourage others of all ages through writing, a career in education, and sincere motivation. I credit my Guardian Angel for doing anything needed to keep me remembering that God has plans for me. And in doing so, I am a servant for God's work--and part of God's creation in ways that fulfill my life purpose.
Behind every moment of doubt, there is always a reason to believe in the power that God will hear our prayers; our worries; and our thanks when it all becomes clear. This is my story of my Guardian Angel and how I have been blessed and seen how much it took for me to thank God, our Creator, for all I am.