Wings for Val

Wings for Val is the exciting and unique memoir of one remarkable young woman's journey of discovery; finding self-respect, purpose, and joy. 

Navy Lieutenant Valerie Cappelaere Delaney (simply known as Val) describes her life trials and struggles, including self-esteem issues, being bullied, hanging with the wrong crowd, and her ultimate decision to "adapt and overcome" - to become something spectacular - a US Navy jet pilot! Val takes the reader on a wild ride as she recounts growing up as the middle child of three daughters, attending the US Naval Academy, and completing arduous flight training, while teaching readers that with prayer, love of God, family, and friends - anything is possible through hard work and perseverance. Val was a rebel, searching for meaningful purpose, only to become a reformed trailblazer and leader among her peers. She was wise beyond her years. Let her story make a positive impact in your life. Grab a box of tissues and be prepared to laugh and cry as you get to know Val in this heartwarming and tragic narrative full of inspiration!