Life on the farm with Granddaddy is full of hard work, but despite all the chores, Granddaddy always makes time for play, especially fishing trips. Even when there isnāt a bite to catch, he reminds young Michael that it takes patience to get whatās coming to you. One morning, when Granddaddy heads into town in his fancy suit, Michael knows that something very special must be happeningāand sure enough, everyone is lined up at the town hall! For the very first time, Granddaddy is allowed to vote, and he couldnāt be more proud. But can Michael be patient when it seems that justice just canāt come soon enough? This powerful and touching true-life story shares one boyās perspective of growing up in the segregated South.