About The Book
As I Watch
The River Flow
“As I Watch The River Flow” by Pizzaman takes readers back to a pivotal moment in recent history. It was a chilly night in November when he closed his pizzeria in downtown Oakland earlier than usual. The streets were unusually quiet, but a feeling of unease hung in the air. It was right after Ronald Reagan was elected president; a time filled with mixed emotions across the country.
Feeling anxious about the future, Pizzaman stepped out to grab a newspaper. But as he did, a disturbing scene unfolded—a group of police officers on horseback was moving through the streets, their presence heavy and intimidating.
This moment was just one of many that made Pizzaman question the direction America was heading. It reminded him of darker times in history, like Berlin in the 1930s. Combined with the recent assassination of John Lennon, Pizzaman felt like the world was changing in ways that threatened the freedom and peace many had fought for.
Through personal reflections and observations, Pizzaman’s book explores the political and social shifts of the Reagan era and beyond. He examines how moments like these have shaped his view of America and the constant battle between freedom and control. “As I Watch The River Flow” is both an account and a call to stay aware, encouraging readers to think critically about the world around them.
