An Unbelievable Life

The Woman Who Became Vietnam Veterans' Voice Against Agent Orange Post-Vietnam War Homefront, Activism and Memoir: a unique story of the history and realities of the Vietnam War. Everyone at some time has “wished” to change or impact the lives of millions, but thinks he or she lacks the power or the ability; or that only millionaires can afford to take on a government. The concept that a young suburban housewife, mother and coupon queen could in sheer desperation try anything to save the lives of her husband and their son from the deadly fate of dioxin poisoning was absurd! After all, she had nothing more than a way with words and an inability to feel fear in taking anyone to task for what the most powerful government in the world had done to their most valued citizens, their armed forces. That is what is detailed in this book. An Unbelievable Life is a tribute to the author’s late husband, who was incredibly special and important although very few people know who he was or what he accomplished. It is also a testament to those brave men, women and children who, with nothing other than anger and personal dedication, taught America to honor the Vietnam Combat Veterans and create new laws and treatment for those whose lives and progeny were destroyed by Agent Orange. Perhaps the greatest purpose served by the book is to teach those who want to evoke change, but fall short due to their own self-doubt or feelings of powerlessness. They can learn that armed with nothing but nerve, creativity and even Cabbage Patch dolls with picket signs, people can make a difference if they stay focused and follow through. The author’s style of writing is unusual because she writes as if you are an old friend sitting in her living room. Her words will make you think, laugh and cry. What People Are Saying “What so many people fail to recognize is how much of a serious impact the Vietnam War had on the FAMILIES of those who served there. The lingering legacy of dioxin is something Rena Kopy has lived with her entire life and its impact has stretched to her children. Here is a memoir that doesn’t pull any punches when it comes to the reality of military service families”. ~Lem Genovese – Retired Army/Guard veteran of Vietnam Nam and Desert Storm – Author of “The TUNESMITH CHRONICLES: A Musical History Tour”