Tasting Life

Small Town Farm Girl and Her Life Journey Toward Successful Real Estate Career




This incredible true story involves a young girl who quietly slips away from her home and family at the age of sixteen. She follows her instincts to a destiny guided by fate. From humble beginnings, her life unfolds in ways beyond her imagination. Her journey travels a path of struggles and joy, and raising her children on a farm in Wichita, Kansas. Then, circumstances arise giving way to a new lifestyle in Boulder, Colorado, followed by an exciting new career. You will marvel at this great life adventure.




About the Author: Following 40 years of successfully navigating hundreds of real estate transactions, Barbie Rieger "transitioned" out of her Real Estate career at the age of 81. Retirement was never part of her plan so she "transitioned" instead. This led to new opportunities and time to write about her very interesting life story. Barbie continues to lead an active lifestyle, enjoying travel, gourmet cooking, and spending time with family and friends. Barbie lives with her husband in Lafayette, Colorado.