Introduction

The award-winning memoir about the ripple effect one stranger’s question had on a life. It demonstrates how kindness, and a seemingly insignificant question can have a great impact in someone’s life, even long after the moment has passed. It’s the journey of the author from a shy, unconfident black college student that suffers from self-hate and emotional issues, to what he is today. From freshmen year to graduation, follow A.S. Drayton on the road that supposedly leads to happiness as he combats recurring nightmares and feelings of worthlessness. An honest, inspiring, and human recounting of college years.

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Excerpt

Upon walking through what felt like the gates of Hades, we noticed an open net on the far end of the court. Lunan dribbled the ball as we moseyed over, brimming with excitement. Suddenly, like a strike of lightning, he tossed me the ball and told me to take the first shot. The ball hit my chest before being ensnared in my arms - which had jolted up out of shock to catch it. Seeing the ball nestled in my trembling arms unlocked something I had repressed long ago. I remembered everything. My current pathetic state was all thanks to the most humiliating moment of my young life. An event that took place during my middle school years. ... view entire excerpt...

Discussion Questions

After chapter 1: Do you think Anthony’s obsession with creating a nuclear family is healthy? Why or why not?

After reading Chapter 12: What do you believe to be the true meaning/cause of A.S. Drayton’s recurring nightmare?

After finishing the book: Why do you think A.S. Drayton’s recurring nightmare ceased after chapter 21, and what do you think this change represents for A.S. Drayton?

How has A.S. Drayton’s perception of healthy relationships changed?

Do you think Lunan’s question at the beginning of the book truly altered A.S. Drayton’s life? How so?

What does it mean to be okay, to you, by the end of this story? Do you believe it is achievable? How do you feel it differs from happiness?

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