Ralph N. Lowe Jr. provides some background information about himself including his military service and previous work experience. He then lists his short-term goals of getting good grades in his current classes, buying a new car, and cataloging his coin collection. His long-term goals are to complete his bachelor's degree with a perfect GPA, move closer to his children, get a job in IT or training, remain debt free, and strive to improve himself. He concludes with some words to live by about not criticizing others, questioning things, and teaching a man to fish.