Through a Daughter's Eyes

About this book

Some people leave a mark so deep on this world that even after they are gone, you can still feel them in the quiet.If you have ever lost someone whose voice still echoes in every choice you make, whose lessons still steady you when life gets heavy, you know the ache of carrying a legacy that deserves to be shared. You know the fear that time will soften the edges of a life too important to forget.Through a Daughter's Eyes invites you into the remarkable life of James Wesley "JW" Martin, a man who rose from humble beginnings in rural southeastern Oklahoma to become one of the most respected figures in the state's corrections system, a beloved rodeo leader, and the heart of a family held together by his wife Phyllis's unwavering devotion. Through the voices of family, fellow officers, rodeo kids whose dreams he lifted, and friends forged in loyalty, you will step inside a life defined by courage, faith, and unconditional love. Featuring QR codes throughout, you will hear JW's own voice sharing his memories in his own words.Leslee Martin Cullum is JW's only daughter, the keeper of his stories and the bridge between his legacy and the generations to come.This is not just a memoir. This is an invitation to ride shotgun beside a man they do not make anymore, and to carry a piece of him with you long after the last page turns.