Knowing Alma: A Story of Family, Love, and Understanding

In a vibrant return to the classical American memoir, Knowing Alma is sure to bring joy to readers of all ages. It's a trip down memory lane, a visit to yesteryear, and it's a comforting place where fond memories of the past are safely held in the most guarded of places.
Do you remember the time you spent with your grandparents? When you went to their home and were lovingly greeted and delighted by the wonderful aromas of your grandmother's cooking? You could hardly wait to share in the tasty goodness of the meal; and you hurried to wash your hands before joining the rest of the family at the supper table.
Susan Pastorius weaves the threads which form the fabric of a loving family and tells of the times growing up with her grandparents. Times that helped to mold her personality and give her an immense strength of character. Times when she was greatly influenced by the simplistic wisdom that her grandparents shared with her while just going about their everyday lives.
She openly and honestly reveals herself-and those around her-in this coming-of-age tale encapsulating her life from the time when she's a five-year-old child, until the days when she's an eighteen-year-old woman. She discovers and becomes fascinated-and even enthralled-by the magical woman who is her grandmother, Alma Pastorius. A private woman of immense depth, wonder, and life, Alma is one of those rare individuals who only reveal their true beauty over time, for their nature is to grow and surprise with boundless energy and love.
Knowing Alma reveals the special relationship between grandparents and their grandchildren, and the secrets that they share. It captures the learning, understanding, acceptance, and love that can only come from family.