Book
True grit and grace : turning tragedy into triumph
Publication Information
New York : Morgan James Publishing, 2018.
Physical Description
xi, 190 pages ; 22 cm
Summary
"True Grit and Grace is the true story of how Amberly Lago's life was forever altered by a devastating motorcycle accident, and the victory she discovered through her recovery. In this memoir, Lago weaves the tale of her childhood and early adulthood alongside the grueling process of healing from 34 surgeries and being diagnosed with Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Amberly inspires readers to thrive, even when their circumstances have narrowed their possibilities, and delivers hope and encouragement to others who suffer from chronic pain"--Provided by publisher.
Contents
- In a flash
- Texas girl
- Shredded
- Survival mechanisms
- Strong for me
- Cowgirl up
- Yeah Texas, you still have your leg
- It hurts to be pretty
- Wrangling a greased pig
- Dancing, dancing
- Connections
- Number seven
- They want to amputate
- Every other weekend
- Are we there yet
- Maternal love
- Spit and prayers
- Super chicks
- Fellow soldiers
- Perspective
- Small victories
- Hidden blessings
- Attitude of gratitude
- Need to be the best
- Love and pain
- Stubbornly game
- Tomorrow is another day
- James Dean
- Welcome home
- Salt shakers and smoke
- Progress, not perfection
- I'll be in California
- This fine man
- The best of them
- Endless possibilities
- Long enough
- On the dash
- Titanium
- I'd fallen in love
- Counting every win
- Something very serious
- Then came the miracle
- Notice the gifts
- Just the way you are
- Invitation to connect.