I Once Stood

<p>Philip W. Ambruster led a simple life with his parents and sister until the night of his 18th birthday. Suddenly alone and left to fend for himself he starts his journey from the Virginia wilderness to colonial Williamsburg to find his relatives. Along the way he meets interesting characters including a blunt Frenchman a ruthless sea captain and even the love of his life. Settling in the beautiful city of Philadelphia Philip builds the life he may not have dreamed of but the life he was destined to have. With historical facts and tidbits scattered throughout<em> I Once Stood </em>is a novel that will take you by surprise while reminding you what life is truly all about.</p>