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The Hawk: My Memoir

A story of resilience, brotherhood, heritage, and hope. Honoring the past, inspiring generations to come.

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Shahen Guiragossian, as a younger man, with dark hair, a mustache, and sideburns wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and ruffled tie, seated with hands clasped, in front of light-colored curtains.

Rooted in the history of the Armenian genocide and the stories that followed in its wake, Shahen Guiragossian’s memoir speaks to resilience, brotherhood, heritage, and hope. The Hawk transcends one moment in history to reveal the enduring strength of chosen family and the universal lessons of the human spirit.

A Legacy worth sharing

About the Book
Shahen Guiragossian as a young boy standing outdoors near a modern building with steps, smiling.

Once a shy and bullied child, Shahen grew into a man of perseverance and determination. He overcame repeated hardships to build a respected career in Queens, New York, running his own gas stations with pride and establishing himself as a successful business owner. Shaped by his father’s legacy yet determined to forge his own path, Shahen never stopped pursuing growth. Now, at 88, his story continues as he embraces a new chapter—as the author of his own memoir. Discover more reflections in More Stories.

Shahen Guiragossian, as an elderly man, sitting in a black office chair, smiling, holding a book titled "The Hawk" in a room with brick walls and wooden shelves.

Becoming the Storyteller

A gentle reminder: even when life feels heavy, there’s always room to see things differently—and to be surprised by what follows. 🌤️ 🦅 #LessonsAlongTheWay #TheHawkMemoir #ShahenGuiragossian #StoryOfResilience #KeepMovingForward #Resili
☕️ Gather round, friends — let me tell you a story about missing my boys. There comes a time in life when you start to realize you’ve outlived most of the people who once filled your days. The ones who showed up for every birthday, ever
I’ve chosen to donate 100% of the proceeds from The Hawk to two causes that are deeply personal to me — the Armenian Relief Society, which honors my family’s heritage and the strength of our culture, and the 9/11 Memorial & Muse
Resilience isn’t about staying untouched by life — it’s about finding the strength to rise with what we carry. Every scar, every loss, becomes part of the story that makes us who we are. #LessonsAlongTheWay #TheHawkMemoir #ShahenGu
𝗚𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 '𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀. 𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮 𝗯𝗼𝘆 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗱. When I was growing up, I had my fair share of bullies. Fred was one of them. He always had something to say — teasing
Survival. Sacrifice. Strength. The Hawk isn’t just a memoir — it’s a testament to what it means to endure, rebuild, and carry hope forward. 📘 Read my powerful true story — available now on Amazon. Link in bio. #TheHawkMemoi
My mom used to say, “Your poor body is in trouble because of your stupid brain.” It sounds harsh, but to me it was love — her way of shaking her head and smiling after I came home from another day of fighting off bullies at school.
𝗣𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝗽 𝗮 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻. Some places reach out and hold you before you even realize it. That’s what Armenia did to me — it wasn’t just a country, it was a feeling. Here’s a glimpse into what it mea
Every story needs a listener — and I’d be honored if that listener was you. I’m inviting thoughtful readers to join 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝘄𝗸 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺. You’ll receive a free copy of 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙃𝙖𝙬𝙠 (choose eBook or paperb

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