Living the Dream is the journey of a remarkably fearless, resilient, and striking woman. It is an electric portrayal of Bette, a young mother left alone to navigate circumstances unheard of in that era, to carve a beautiful direction for her young family of five. Choosing to survive against all odds, Bette's journey emblazons the meaning of motherhood and womanhood deep in the hearts of readers. Living the Dream, told without a grain of self-pity, is a memoir of redemption that leaves behind a fierce and beautiful message, not only for women but for all families.