Always Ready, A Life of Firsts, Service and Second Acts: A Memoir

For Gregory A. Duncan, life began with a series of uphill battles. Raised as the middle child in a family of five by a single mother, Gregory grew up in the shadow of an absent father and the challenges of standing out-literally. His fair skin, fiery reddish-light brown hair, and bright brown eyes marked him in ways that made childhood uniquely difficult.

But Gregory's spirit of perseverance carried him forward, transforming adversity into fuel for success. From his years of honorable service in the Coast Guard, where he earned valuable life lessons, to the trials and triumphs of family life, becoming a father allowed him to discover deeper meanings of love and responsibility. His children inspired him to strive for greatness and become a better man, shaping his character and guiding his entrepreneurial journey.

With heartfelt candor, he shares how his early struggles shaped his path and the profound impact his children had on his life. Gregory's memoir is both inspiring and deeply personal, offering readers a powerful reminder that the trials of our past can become the foundation for a brighter future.