In sharing what is real, it is often difficult not to embellish, to overlook the weaknesses, to exaggerate the strengths. This is a straightforward story with no objective it seems, but to convey the essence of this reality. Nicely done.
Dear Cath,
This story draws a vivid picture of the pain and trauma of boy, and man, succinctly told. An emotional and memorable story. Thank you for sharing it. Babs.
Destiny's Daughter by Frances Altman highlights events in the life of Mary Edwards Walker, maverick suffragist, Civil War doctor and only woman Medal of Honor recipient.
The story of Ron Hull, paralyzed in a surgical accident back in the dreaded polio epidemic days, was able to overcome most of the stigma and stereotypes and "pass for normal" for 30 years. As Ron's paralysis increased gradually through the next 20
