Dr. John Hitt is president of one of the largest and most respected universities in America. Under Dr. Hitt's leadership, The University of Central Florida has totally transformed itself. At the same Dr. Hitt, totally transformed himself.

Christine Crosby says her life was transformed with the births of her grandchildren, which inspired her to found Grand, the nation's first magazine for grandparents.

Today is Friday, Dec. 12. There are 19 days left in the year. Today's birthday's include singer Dionne Warwick who turns 68. Our pictures of the day - children frightened by a strange man.

Could you imagine reading for the next 501 years? Could you imagine living without your high-tech gadgets? Well, if you answered 'No' to both questions, you may have a problem. But PC Magazine Editor-in-Chief Lance Ulanoff may have an answer.

He's known as The Jetman, The Rocketman, and now -- Fusion Man! 48-year-old Yves Rossy just became the first person to fly between France and England, with a jetpack strapped to his back.

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 10th. Today's birthdays include actress Susan Dey who turns 56. Fifty years ago today was a major aviation milestone and our picture of the day is the world's largest "cup" of cappuccino. Check it out.

Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.

Each week, Growing Bolder asks top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.