My father was a poet and a musician and most of all, he was my hero. Shining Star: The Meaning of a Medal is the shocking story you don’t know about this Ozark's icon.

Most people knew Bob Wiley as a good man, a good lawyer, and a good judge. He meant more to me. He was my hero and my dad. We went to baseball and hockey games and concerts and so many political meetings. My whole view of this world was shaped my view of the world.

With so many wonderful memories and events, why did he never mention the Bronze Star he won in Vietnam?

I tell you the miracle story behind that medal. And what you never knew about this amazing man.