The story "Escape" is much like the Author's other works, biographical in many respects; it presents a version of his own life. In this case, an imaginative speculation about what might have taken place prior to his leaving Minnesota to go to San Francisco and what might have happened otherwise, had he not. That is, had he not chosen to go to San Francisco, in 1968, as indicated in his previous book "Romancing San Francisco"? Moreover, had he not gone to Vietnam, as indicated in his book, "Where the Birds Don't Sing."

Karla is worried about her dad. Since her mom's death, he's been miserable. He's also increasingly difficult to live with. Then a letter arrives that was sent over 40 years ago from Vietnam. Read how hope strengthens a widower and lost dreams are rediscovered. It's a Christmas story that will pull at your heart and make you believe in the power of endless love.