You're A Worthwhile Person in More Ways Than A Million! [Hardcover]

Simeon W Johnson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 2004

"Simeon Johnson's exuberant celebration of the 'invisible' people who make up our society's support system is nothing short of marvelous. He gives us a unique glimpse into the daily lives of the hardworking men and women around us - people who deserve greater recognition for their invaluable contributions." -Willie E. Gary Willie E. Gary, founder of Gary, Williams, Parenti, Finney, Lewis, McManus, Watson & Speranto, L.C., grew up in a shack he shared with his migrant worker parents and his ten sisters and brothers.The first black male from Indiantown, FL, to attend college, he is now an internationally renowned attorney, multi-millionaire business leader, and philanthropist. "Everyone deserves to be recognized for their contribution, since we each play an integral part in the larger fabric of life. Simeon Johnson captured this beautifully in his book. It's a wonderful read!" About the Author Prolific author Simeon W. Johnson is a successful entrepreneur with a book and gift boutique: swjenterprises.com. A former radio and television electronics technician, Mr. Johnson has worked as a welder, a shipbuilder, and a housing inspector. He received a master's certification in radio and TV electronics from National Technical Schools, Los Angeles, CA. He also earned his FCC First Class General Radio and Telephone License, with a specialization in radar applications. Born in Jamaica, West Indies, Simeon is the youngest son of 13 children, with nine brothers and three sisters. Mr. Johnson came to the United States in 1967 and is now a proud U.S. citizen. His books, which are sold on his website and on amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com, are: A Myopic Life Resonated from the Brink of the Abyss; Romw vs. Ramb Reveals God, Adam and Creation; and An Unforgettable Tribute to Our Heroes and Victims of 9/11. Often in demand as an inspirational speaker, Mr. Johnson has been a guest on numerous radio and television talk shows including: XM Satellite Radio, Washington, D.C.; and many others. Book Reviews Cynda Williams Hollywood actress Cynda Williams, who also prides herself on her "keyroles" as a wife and mother, is best known for co-starring with Halle Berry in "Introducing Dorothy Dandridge," co-starring with Denzel Washington in Spike Lee's "Mo' Better Blues," and for many other TV movies.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 140 pages
• Publisher: SWJ Enterprises (July 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0975938118
• ISBN-13: 978-0975938119
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,418,809 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational - A Great Book to Read and Pass On to Others, June 21, 2005

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Morrey Wasserman (Santa Monica, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: You're A Worthwhile Person in More Ways Than A Million! (Hardcover)

This book highlights what too often gets overlooked in society: the work that the 'little guy' does. It reminds you to give credit to people that don't receive recognition, that may be on the lower rungs. These people form the fabric of our society and our lives would be much worse, if not completely unmanageable, without their help. In sum, treat everyone with respect.

I highly recommend this book to everyone. Buy it for yourself or as a gift - you won't regret it!

5.0 out of 5 stars Alacrity vs. Celerity is the Motto and driving force of the Marine, May 25, 2011, June 13, 2008

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Simeon Johnson "Simeon Johnson, Author of '... (Brookly, NY USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: You're A Worthwhile Person in More Ways Than A Million (Paperback)

Like her father and grandfather before her, marine
Heather Campion fears little. She has seen much already
in her 30 years, having survived active combat in the
Persian Gulf; however, as she always reminds herself, she
did not experience the horrors that her father did in
Vietnam or that which her grandfather did in World War
II. Wherever she defends the American flag, she does so
especially in their honor.


While they are proud of her fierce commitment, her father
in particular had advised her against joining what has long
been known as most "dynamic" force in the American
nine years old, her father played an even more active role in
his only child's life. Heather honestly does not remember
wanting to be anything but a marine.


Whether she's in the trenches, underwater, or high in the
skies, Heather keeps the marine corps' motto at the forefront
of her mind: "honor, courage, and commitment." She
knows that she must, like all marines, function as a member
of a team so that they can achieve success together.


When she's not in combat or training new recruits, she
serves in the combat service support (CSS), a critical division
of the marine corps, as those in CSS can be mobilized
at any moment. Heather easily spends 12-hour days with
CSS, but she always takes time to work out, at an average
of two hours a day, to keep her tall, muscular frame in
shape. She likes her job and wants to stay fit for it--she
never knows when she may be called into combat to
defend American lives, land, and liberty.


Today she's at an undisclosed location, serving in the military occupational specialty designations for CSS, where she supervises construction and utilities. As a combat engineer, she ensures
that bases, camps, and installations have what they need
to thoroughly achieve their missions.


This valor, resilience, and loyalty is precisely what makes Heather and all the other marines worthwhile persons in more
ways than a million!


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4.0 out of 5 stars Worthwhile to Read!, October 30, 2006

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L. Ferrara (Silver City, NM) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: You're A Worthwhile Person in More Ways Than A Million! (Hardcover)

I gave several copies of this book to a local teen group home. The kids really found it helpful and inspirational. One said it made her feel positive about things. Easy to pick up and start reading.