Lieutenant Colonel Mary Ellen J. Brown, USAF (ret.) is the author of Journey of a Lifetime. According to the book description, “This book tells of one nurse's career and life throughout a period of years. Many changes in the care of patients and the profession of nursing are documented. The travel and adventures met in the United States Air Force portray this person's journey. Stories about places from Washington State to South Carolina; England, Japan and Vietnam are included. One section is devoted to research concerning touch and back massage. Types of nursing, life experiences, the education required are mentioned. Perhaps this autobiography will encourage others to seek nursing as a career.”