At the request of his son, Bob began writing his story to leave as a memoir of his life for his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Bob shares his childhood experiences growing up in the Depression; life as a newlywed and later a parent; career choices and experiences; family life; his love for Schnauzer dogs; worldwide travels with his wife, family, and grandchildren; and the principles that have guided him throughout life.

Robert C. "Bob" Duncan was born and raised in McAlester, Oklahoma, and married his high school sweetheart, Marjoriee Lee George. He struggled to make ends meet, but through hard work and dedication, he became an agent for New York Life Insurance Company and later became the general manager of the New York Life office in the small market of Oklahoma City, developing the top agency in the company in the mid-eighties. He is the father of three children, Scott, Tracy, and Dru, the grandfather of four, and great-grandfather of four so far. Bob's love of photography and Schnauzer dogs are an integral part of who he is.