"Autobiographies by nature focus on a universe with the author at its center. "Not from here, Not from there" is true to form in that regard. It is a fascinating personal history of triumph and disappointments. Yet it is more. Some may think the life story of Nelson Diaz is one of happenstance. I prefer to think of it as the grace of God working through others. The push and pull of the universes of those Nelson met on his journey helped shape his past, his present and his future. Likewise, the push and pull of Nelson shaped others. Readers will take away what they may from the book. I take away this: You are not alone. Look up. Stand up. Step up. Reach out. Accept graciously and give willingly.
