The residents in Wake, Virginia, were either domestics, farmers, or fishermen. But my father had much bigger dreams! Dreams of any kind outside of the norm in Wake were audacious! Learn about Emanuel Mansfield, the man who was known as “The Songbird” and had dreams of becoming a concert tenor. Despite life’s challenges, he accomplished his dreams and so much more.

‘The Heights,’ as we called it, was just like its name, always taking us higher than we ever thought we could go. The building itself felt like a small city of endless possibilities.

Take a trip to ‘The Hill’ with Pauline as she shares youthful and fun-filled experiences from her favorite holiday — Easter Monday.

Read Pauline’s powerful message that’ll empower you to tap into your inner being, share your story, and spring forth a new and improved you!

We all have that one childhood memory that we will never forget. For Pauline Mansfield, it was the Saturdays spent with her Godfather, Uncle Arthur. The enticing scent of Uncle Arthur's gingerbread muffins, and the taste of the sweet lemonade they enjoyed together, is something she will always remember her Godfather by. Join us as author, Pauline Mansfield, shares one of her short stories filled with her favorite childhood memories.