Then We Were Poor showcases a family's dedication to love, life, and togetherness through seven generations as each migrated from Canada and Italy to the United States, landing in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Spanning one hundred and twenty years (1900-2020), Then We Were Poor includes anecdotes, notes, and recollections that depict endurance and commitment to unity, selflessness, and the undying wealth of love. The photographic story includes interactions with celebrities such as Dean Martin, Rhonda Vincent, Eddie Adcock, and more, period clothing examples, vintage automobiles, and other items of historical significance. 164 full-color pages, 508 photographs, and 34 documents.