Familiar With The Setting

I was not raised on islands of enchantment. Nor do I know anyone who drives a Bentley, And lives in a mansion! For some reason, I was born into a reality... That came to test my every breath. And games played like 'dodgeball' And hide and seek... Came in very handy as I grew older. And for a number of years, I lived in emotional shock! From losing friends I knew to a nonsense war. That once was called Viet Nam. Now a vacation destination! A tourist 'must see' spot. I've witnessed some wonderful people, Pass on! Being near death myself a few years ago... Gave me a boost to my insight! And my eyes became clearer. Becoming clearer than I thought they could. Opened for the maximum of enlightenment. And not of my doing... I might add! I was not raised on islands of enchantment. Nor do I know anyone who drives a Bentley, And lives in a mansion! However... And this is strange! I am familiar with the setting, And the scene!