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Summary: The real miracle - family commitment
Review: When I purchased this book my intent was to gain insight into Brooke Ellison's life. What I actually had in my hands was a book about courage, setting goals, and a concrete example of family love, specifically a mother's love. Although I could not imagine living through their ordeal, the book was so well written I was filled with the pains and joys they describe; I thank them for sharing their story. I found the book to be truly inspirational. This memoir could be motivational to many people in many situations. Disabled or not we all have obstacles in our path along the journey of life. If more of us could adopt the `Ellison attitude' towards life and living, there would be less of us waiting for some good to befall us.However, let the reader beware! This is not a book, manual, or guide for the disabled. It is an autobiography of a young lady and her family. It just so happens that this extraordinary young lady's life was marked by an unfortunate accident. Read the book to enjoy the story and praise the accomplishments of an extraordinary family. The most remarkable part of the story is the Ellison family. Their love and commitment to each other is the real miracle. There are those who scorn these most basic but vital family values and therefore cannot see this family for what it is. The love found within this family is so rare in families today that the Ellison's do seem to be straight out of the "Good `ol Days." Good luck ladies. I can't wait for your second book.
Rating:
Summary: The real miracle - family commitment
Review: When I purchased this book my intent was to gain insight into Brooke Ellison's life. What I actually had in my hands was a book about courage, setting goals, and a concrete example of family love, specifically a mother's love. Although I could not imagine living through their ordeal, the book was so well written I was filled with the pains and joys they describe; I thank them for sharing their story. I found the book to be truly inspirational. This memoir could be motivational to many people in many situations. Disabled or not we all have obstacles in our path along the journey of life. If more of us could adopt the 'Ellison attitude' towards life and living, there would be less of us waiting for some good to befall us. However, let the reader beware! This is not a book, manual, or guide for the disabled. It is an autobiography of a young lady and her family. It just so happens that this extraordinary young lady's life was marked by an unfortunate accident. Read the book to enjoy the story and praise the accomplishments of an extraordinary family. The most remarkable part of the story is the Ellison family. Their love and commitment to each other is the real miracle. There are those who scorn these most basic but vital family values and therefore cannot see this family for what it is. The love found within this family is so rare in families today that the Ellison's do seem to be straight out of the "Good 'ol Days." Good luck ladies. I can't wait for your second book.
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