This did not start out to be a memoir; rather a compilation of professional and opinion-writing to one day be read by our children and grandchildren. Early in the process it became clear that some chronology was needed to give background and context. Thus a memoir, plus. Still intended for the extended family, it is full of stories and perspectives from two different cultures and geographies, different decades and histories. This will also be of interest to a general audience who may not read the whole book but will enjoy reading "in" the book. Polinder writes with voiceto know him will be to hear him telling his stories. Honest, insightful, warm and funnyyou will learn much about leadership, relationship and partnership, most often with a smile.