"Why Not Me?" (this book) shows how the author is distilling substance from sludge in his quest for growth to be a better version of himself, one who is at peace with the self, in harmony with others and nature; one who accepts that life is not in full bloom without challenges; one whose resolve, spirituality, and faith are not suspect; one who doesn't wallow in victimhood, the perceived unfairness of life or its inauspiciousness; and one who asks why not me?" instead of "why me?," understanding that as humans we are a repository of resources to take on life's challenges that can eventually grant us growth and desirable fulfillment in life. This kind of growth or fulfillment is atypical; it is non-material, straightforward, and basic. It is "life worth," not "net worth." May you find the book's meaningful resonance within, between, and beyond the pages herein.