It is common for today’s high school graduates to take a “gap year.” An intentional break from formal schooling, before heading off to college or full-time work. John had a gap year. But not by choice. An alcoholic father, desperate mother and hungry siblings forced the inevitable. John left school, traveled to the big city (Nairobi), and began working to support the family. His “gap year” began after 4th grade, at the tender age of 12…and lasted 52 years.