A Life of My Own
Donna grew up in an immigrant boarding house run by her Polish mother in Hartford, Connecticut.
Each decade wove a new segment of her life’s tapestry: lonely child, wandering woman, corporate wife, devoted mother, fiber artist, jewelry designer, and middle-age divorcée. When life on the outside seemed under control, her inner life was in turmoil. A search for self-realization explores lies and deception about her origins, and a quest for truth and understanding. Ultimately, her journey of reinvention and transformation shaped her into a philanthropist with a clear sense of purpose and humanitarian vision.
An evocative, immersive memoir that charts the personal evolution of an American philanthropic thought leader, A Life of My Own will inspire future generations to take ownership of their own life stories as they travel with her on a journey as empowering as it is universal.
What do our readers say?
“A compelling memoir of how Donna Wilhelm’s generous spirit coupled with grit, courage and curiosity defined her life and that of her family’s. Never comfortable staying in one place, she tells the story of how each of us can make a difference and leave the world better for future generations. A Life of My Own is spirited and like its author full of surprise and hope.”