For most of her young life, Brenda Blair knew nothing but struggles and disappointments. Born and raised in abject poverty, she was abandoned by her boyfriend when she became pregnant with her son, Chris. Despite having to struggle to make ends meet, Brenda was determined to make a better life for herself and her young son. When Opportunities Knock is the compelling story of how hard work, tenacity and a growing faith allowed her to take advantage of the opportunities that came her way to help create a better life for her young family.
For most of her young life, Brenda Blair knew nothing but struggles and disappointments. Born and raised in abject poverty, she was abandoned by her boyfriend when she became pregnant with her son, Chris. Despite having to struggle to make ends meet, Brenda was determined to make a better life for herself and her young son. When Opportunities Knock is the compelling story of how hard work, tenacity and a growing faith allowed her to take advantage of the opportunities that came her way to help create a better life for her young family.
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