The actress best known for her portrayal of "Mrs. C" on "Happy Days" recalls her childhood in rural Minnesota, her early career in Hollywood, and her life-changing role on the popular TV sitcom, and pays tribute to the many people who helped to fulfill her dreams.

Foreword (by Ron Howard) -- My prologue -- My beginnings -- My family -- My inspirations -- My secret becomes known -- My new life in California -- My marriage -- My move to Hollywood -- My studio contract -- My days between two worlds -- My days of successes and struggles -- My real-life role as a mom -- My luckiest airplane ride -- My "lovely" big break -- My dream becomes a happy reality -- My happy days -- My boss Garry -- My TV son Ron -- My TV daughter Erin -- My dear Henry -- My funny Donny -- My wonderful friend Anson -- My neighbor Scott -- My real-life children -- My right-hand woman Gwen -- My happiest days -- My days (which just may never end) at the Happy Days Farm -- My epilogue and acknowledgments.