It's understood marriage and the family unit a child experiences during childhood, effects on their adult life such as career decisions, personal relationships, and mental health. This book examines this exact role of how my Mom and Dad balanced work and family for the betterment of their children and their future success.

Carolyn Sanders-James was born Carolyn Cain in Orangeburg, South Carolina. She made her journey to New York and became a public servant for the City of New York as she worked for Wall Street and City Government. She graduated from George W. Wingate HS, Pace University, and Long Island University.