Over the past 9 decades Ernie Nullmeyer has had his share of mountain top experiences but along with them came many deep valleys. The devastating, often painful vicissitudes of his life would have overwhelmed most people. But Ernie learned that the secret to a joyful, effervescent, meaningful life is not in some skill related to avoiding the troubles, uncertainty and suffering that life will bring, but in responding to everything that comes our way with a God-trusting, persevering attitude. In this grand story of his long, incredible, sometimes traumatic yet often prosperous life, Ernie mixes a perfect blend of personal history and overcoming-theology as he shares the secrets he has learned in his journey. Applying what he calls his 3 important principles and seven main pillars, anyone can also build a foundation for a successful, triumphant life.