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Book Synopsis A Mother's Journey from Tragedy to Transformation by : David L Ellington
Download or read book A Mother's Journey from Tragedy to Transformation written by David L Ellington and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-03-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "A Mother's Journey from Tragedy to Transformation," Cynthia Portaro invites readers into the depths of her heart-wrenching yet inspiring story. From the devastating loss of her beloved son to navigating her own battle with cancer and facing unimaginable hardships, Cynthia's journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. With unwavering faith as her guide, Cynthia shares her courageous decision to forgive her son's killer, a choice that defied all expectations and led her on a path of profound healing and transformation. Through her advocacy against the odds, Cynthia emerges as a beacon of hope, standing up for justice and compassion in the face of unimaginable pain. This gripping memoir is a powerful reminder of the strength found in forgiveness, the comfort of faith, and the transformative power of love. Join Cynthia as she navigates through grief, finds solace in her unwavering faith, and becomes a voice for change in a world marked by tragedy. Benefits of "A Mother's Journey from Tragedy to Transformation" Inspiration: Discover the resilience of the human spirit and find inspiration in Cynthia's unwavering faith and courage in the face of adversity. Hope: Experience the transformative power of forgiveness and find hope in the midst of life's darkest moments. Faith: Explore the comforting embrace of faith as a source of strength and solace during times of grief and hardship. Advocacy: Be empowered to stand up for justice and compassion, inspired by Cynthia's advocacy against the odds. Healing: Embark on your own journey of healing and transformation, guided by Cynthia's profound insights and heartfelt wisdom. Take the first step on your own journey of healing and transformation today with "A Mother's Journey from Tragedy to Transformation."
Book Synopsis The Birth of Hope by : Genevieve Deely
Download or read book The Birth of Hope written by Genevieve Deely and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2020-01-08 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Birth of Hope is a compilation of the author’s raw and personal journal entries beginning five days into the loss of her two-and-a-half year old daughter Penny and spanning the following three years. Genevieve felt compelled to write through her feelings of heartbreak and to share her discoveries of blessings, miracles, joy and peace along the way. It is her hope that others experiencing loss and tragedy feel inspired for their own healing and comforted knowing they are not alone on the complicated journey of grief. What begins as a devastating tragedy, reveals itself to be a pathway to spiritual enlightenment for Genevieve. Penny’s departure not only deeply impacted her family, but had a ripple effect on a much wider community than the family could ever have imagined.
Download or read book What We Will Become written by Mimi Lemay and published by Houghton Mifflin. This book was released on 2019 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A mother's memoir of her transgender child's odyssey, and her journey outside the boundaries of the faith and culture that shaped her. From the age of two-and-a-half, Jacob, born "Em," adamantly told his family he was a boy. While his mother Mimi struggled to understand and come to terms with the fact that her child may be transgender, she experienced a sense of déjà vu--the journey to uncover the source of her child's inner turmoil unearthed ghosts from Mimi's past and her own struggle to live an authentic life. Mimi was raised in an ultra-Orthodox Jewish family, every aspect of her life dictated by ancient rules and her role as a woman largely preordained from cradle to grave. As a young woman, Mimi wrestled with the demands of her faith and eventually made the painful decision to leave her religious community and the strict gender roles it upheld. Having risen from the ashes of her former life, Mimi was prepared to help her son forge a new one -- at a time when there was little consensus on how best to help young transgender children. Dual narratives of faith and motherhood weave together to form a heartfelt portrait of an unforgettable family. Brimming with love and courage, What We Will Become is a powerful testament to how painful events from the past can be redeemed to give us hope for the future.
Book Synopsis A Mother's Journey by : Lisa Brodeur
Download or read book A Mother's Journey written by Lisa Brodeur and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2013-10-18 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the story of an incredible and inspirational journey of a mother dedicated to her three children. She was determined to survive a tragic event through faith, hope, and courage. The mother was severely injured, and her devoted husband and father of her children was killed instantly. She watched her son fight for every breath he took to survive. Her daughters, only three and five years old, were traumatized. The young girls screamed in pain and wondered where their father and brother were. The mother buried her husband, stood by strongly as her son had surgery after surgery, and went to court to see that the man who changed their lives forever was served with justice. She tried to stay strong and focused for her children. She wasnt able to grieve the loss of her husband. She made endless medical decisions and stayed with her son in the hospital for many months. She waited to see progress from her comatose son and saw her little girls only on weekends. The girls trying to adjust emotionally and physically to their new life. This book will make someone think about his or her choices. Making the wrong choice, like doing drugs or driving intoxicated, can have a lasting impact on your life and the lives of others. Someone elses choices caused this mothers family to go on a journey that no one should ever have to endure.
Book Synopsis Joy in the Morning by : Joy Strickland
Download or read book Joy in the Morning written by Joy Strickland and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2010-02-28 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chris Lewis met Kendrick Lott at St. Philip's Episcopal School in Dallas where the two worked as camp counselors. Chris, a Morehouse College student, had graduated from St. Mark's School of Texas one year earlier. Kendrick planned to attend Morehouse in the fall. But instead of becoming Morehouse brothers, the teens died together, brutally slain by two drugged out gang-bangers looking for someone to carjack. Chris was Joy Strickland's son and Joy in the Morning is her inspirational memoir of unspeakable tragedy, healing and profound change. Joy in the Morning is a valiant contribution to the field of grief memoirs. Here we have that rare title written by the mother of a murdered child. Strickland punctuates her story with her original poems and her reflections are the perfect complement, giving her book depth and texture. Strickland, a former IBM marketing executive, is founder and CEO of Mothers Against Teen Violence in Dallas. She says, "I have written this book believing that my experience will encourage and inspire others to see their challenges as an opportunity for personal transformation. I believe that healing and wholeness are accessible to us all; that joy is our divine right; and sharing this message is an important part of my purpose in life."
Book Synopsis The Long, Dark Tunnel by : Thelma Wehunt
Download or read book The Long, Dark Tunnel written by Thelma Wehunt and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2012-06 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It had been six months since their beautiful Christmas in California, and Thelma Wehunt was expecting another wonderful time shortly. Her daughters and grandchildren were on their way to visit her in Oklahoma. Wanting everything to be perfect upon their arrival, Thelma called again to check on their progress and make sure there were no final arrangements that needed to be made to welcome them home. The voice on the other side of the line, however, was not one that she recognized. At that point, her life was thrown into a chaotic turmoil that could only be calmed by time, support, and the deep, soothing conviction of her unwavering faith in her loving God. Tragedy visits us all, but there may be nothing more deeply tragic than a mother outliving her children. In her memoir, Wehunt shares the touching testimony of her journey through the long, dark tunnel of despair to emotional recovery after losing both children and grandchildren to a terrible and unforeseeable accident.
Book Synopsis Night Into Light by : Esguerra Diane
Download or read book Night Into Light written by Esguerra Diane and published by Eye Books. This book was released on 2024-12-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Through the Grief by : Dayton Williams
Download or read book Through the Grief written by Dayton Williams and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2010 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through the Grief: A Mother's Journey conveys some of the author's experiences and emotions associated with the aftermath of the tragic and untimely death of her eldest son. It highlights how the loss of a child weaves through all aspects of one's life, and how the journey is a process that encourages gentleness and teaches one to be open to healing. As through denotes one side and out the other, her story expresses respect for the grief process and what it requires. Yet it extends beyond grief and we experience how one mother learned to move forward. A heartfelt book that will bring comfort and inspiration, Through the Grief: A Mother's Journey offers a connection to everyone who has suffered a devastating loss.
Book Synopsis A Mother's Reckoning by : Sue Klebold
Download or read book A Mother's Reckoning written by Sue Klebold and published by Crown Publishing Group (NY). This book was released on 2016 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The mother of one of the two shooters at Columbine High School draws on personal recollections, journal entries and video recordings to piece together what led to her son's unpredicted breakdown and share insights into how other families might recognize warning signs,"--NoveList.
Book Synopsis Color Me Butterfly by : L. Y. Marlow
Download or read book Color Me Butterfly written by L. Y. Marlow and published by Crown. This book was released on 2010-08-03 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inspired by a true story, Color Me Butterfly follows four generations of mothers and daughters—haunted by a common specter of domestic abuse—as they discover the strength, hope, and courage to survive. The last thing Eloise Bingham wanted was to leave the comforts of her South Carolina home and family. But at the end of World War II, the young wife follows her husband, Isaac, to Philadelphia—only to experience his sinister and violent temper. Eloise’s children—and their children and grandchildren—will face their own trials over the next sixty years: Mattie, who has lived in her mother Eloise’s shadow, finds it takes a life-changing tragedy to help her break free; Lydia, Mattie’s strong-willed daughter, summons the resolve to rise above the cycle of abuse; and finally, Treasure, Lydia’s lively daughter, has the chance to be the first to escape her family’s destructive legacy. It will take unconditional love, old-fashioned family values, faith, and fearless determination—already embedded in each woman’s DNA—to triumph over a life plagued with unspeakable pain.
Book Synopsis Thank You for Death and Divorce by : Carolyn LaRosa
Download or read book Thank You for Death and Divorce written by Carolyn LaRosa and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-01-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A raw and miraculous true story of a young mother's journey through tragedy, infidelity, and divorce. When Carmen feels she could never survive the loss of her baby girl, she demands a sign. Though she is wrecked emotionally, she waits, trusting in Him. What happens next will astound you. Journey with Carmen through ups and downs, twists and turns, and over treacherous waves of grief. You will laugh, you will cry, and ultimately find yourself on a path of self-discovery, self-empowerment, transformation, and healing.
Book Synopsis When Life Hands You Lemons, Pucker Up and Sing by : Cathy Massengale
Download or read book When Life Hands You Lemons, Pucker Up and Sing written by Cathy Massengale and published by . This book was released on 2016-01-18 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How does a mother survive the trauma of domestic violence, including family substance abuse, mental illness, murder and knife attack? Cathy Lynn Massengale's rejection of a "why me" attitude was the catalyst that transformed her from a victim to a survivor and advocate. When Life Hands You Lemons, Pucker Up and Sing is a riveting story of resiliency and reflection. Readers will *Explore the nature of trauma-induced growth. *Distinguish the many faces of domestic violence. *Discover integrative self-help tools of meditation, music, and sound therapy.
Download or read book Only God Knows Why written by Amy Lyon and published by Chalice Press. This book was released on 2012-09-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I heard a choking, gasping sound and looked around, then realized it was coming from me. This was a kind of horrid scene from a television show, but this couldn't be real life. Our real life. My body went numb again and the doctor's voice grew farther and farther away. My baby was going to die. And nothing would be the same ever again." Losing a child isn't the end of the world. It could be, but it isn't. So what happens to a mother during and after such a life-altering tragedy? Author Amy Lyon invites readers on her journey as she shuffles (less than perfectly) through the ruins of loss to find that, buried beneath the thick layers of sorrow, hope and joy can exist...even if you refuse to believe.
Download or read book 457 Days written by Kimberly A. Starr and published by . This book was released on 2017-06-26 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the first day, Kimberly A. Starr's world fell apart. On the 54th, she realized even just eating was an uphill struggle. On the 85th, she celebrated her son's birthday-even though he was no longer with her. On the 264th day, she tried to make it through Christmas-the first without her son. On the 377th, she started thinking about her own healing process. On the 432nd, she started to let go. 457 Days is Starr's candid chronicle of these trying, life-altering days and every day in between, starting her journey on the 54th day after her son Tom died by suicide, recording her powerful emotions, relating cherished memories of her son, and expressing regret at the many ways he would never get to experience life. Starr's work is an intimate portrait of grief and anguish that will touch anyone with a loved one suffering from mental illness and suicidal ideation. At the same time, it is a celebration of her son's life and legacy-ensuring that Tom will not be remembered solely for the mode of his death. Starr recounts an entire life of wonderful memories and unforgettable experiences-and her own journey toward acceptance and peace.
Book Synopsis Unseen Rainbows by : Erica Justine Hogan
Download or read book Unseen Rainbows written by Erica Justine Hogan and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-05-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Unseen Rainbows: A Mother's Journey Through Tragedy and Triumph A Mother's Journey Through Loss and Love' author Erica J. Hogan pens a poignant and heart-wrenching memoir that chronicles her profoundly emotional odyssey following the loss of her beloved daughter, Piper Marie Hogan, to trisomy 13. In a narrative that spans the delicate tapestry of life, the author takes readers through the tumultuous journey of almost a dozen pregnancies with her husband, Spencer, each filled with hopes and dreams. However, it is Piper's brief but impactful 36 minutes of life that become the fulcrum around which the author's world pivots. The narrative gracefully navigates the complex terrain of grief, as the grieving mother grapples with the inexplicable loss of her child. Yet, amidst the shadows of sorrow, the author finds the strength to conquer her pain, offering readers an intimate look into the resilience of the human spirit. The central theme weaves through the fabric of family, as the author and her husband find solace and strength in their two surviving daughters, who become beacons of light in the darkest moments. The author's prose is both raw and eloquent, capturing the spectrum of emotions that accompany such a profound loss. With candor and vulnerability, she shares the struggles of navigating the complexities of grief while simultaneously navigating the challenges of parenting. The narrative crescendos as the family embraces hope once again, as they welcome a third daughter into their lives. Unseen Rainbows: A Mother's Journey Through Tragedy and Triumph it is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the transformative power of love. Through the author's brave and beautifully articulated storytelling, readers are invited to witness the resilience that emerges from the depths of loss, the profound healing that can occur, and the enduring power of love to mend the shattered pieces of a grieving heart.
Book Synopsis Sentenced to Life: Mental Illness, Tragedy, and Transformation by : Joan Becker
Download or read book Sentenced to Life: Mental Illness, Tragedy, and Transformation written by Joan Becker and published by . This book was released on 2015-04-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Travel with one heartbroken family as they struggle to find help for their son, face unspeakable tragedy, receive unexpected forgiveness, and deal with the aftermath of a child whose mental health issues ended in calamity . . . and transformation. Discover the confidence that buoys author Joan Becker and her family as they push for reform in the broken mental health system before more lives are ruined. Their story offers hope, help, and heart-felt compassion. "Joan Becker has a generous spirit and kind heart that come forward in this book. By sharing her family's experience she'll help other families struggling with mental illness feel less alone. That's a tremendous accomplishment when the illness causes feelings of isolation and hopelessness for parents who are desperate to help their suffering child. The mental health system can and should be better, and this book inspires all of us to do everything we can to make it so." U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA)
Download or read book Gone to Suicide written by Ann Clark and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2020-02-07 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Suicide is soul-crushing for the survivors left behind. This book gives an inside look at the heartbreak and devastation that a Colorado mother experienced after her seventeen-year old son took his own life. By being transparent about her son Brant’s tragic death, author Ann Clark hopes to help reduce the silence, shame, and secrecy that surround suicide. Included in this book are examples of Clark’s efforts to warn others about the role that marijuana played in her son’s death. Brant had a psychotic break immediately after heavy use of THC-marijuana, and this led to his suicide. All the most important, yet widely under-reported scientific research about marijuana is documented in this book. There is a national crisis when it comes to mental health care, and the suicide rate in the US continues to increase at an alarming rate. Gone to Suicide offers many insights for both suicide prevention and for survivor recovery. Through the author’s relentless pursuit to understand her son’s death, this book explores the transformative power in extreme loss, and reveals how pain and sorrow can actually lead us to our purpose for being alive.
