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Like A Bolt: Tragedy to Triumph After Stroke

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I have been primary caregiver for my mom for the past two years since she suffered a massive stroke. Until I read Mary's book, I didn't have a clue what she was feeling or thinking. After reading this book, I have so much more insight into what my mom is going through and how her mind works, which has enabled me to be a much better caregiver and friend to her. It is a must read for all caregivers of stroke survivors. I also shared the book with my mom, and she cried many times but they were happy tears, that someone had finally put into words many of the things she thought but couldn't articulate for herself. Definitely two thumbs up!

This book should be required reading for every person who is a caregiver of persons who have had stroke, brain damage or imparement. I learned more from Mary Morgan than I did from any professional advice, or book on the subject. Mary lives the life of one who suffered several strokes and shares her tears, terror, frustrations, anger, joy and triumph as though she were your closest friend.

Once you see the world from Mary's eyes, you will be a changed person. I now clearly see what my own 92 year old mother is going through because of her stroke. Mary helped me to see what mom's perceptions are and how better to deal with them and react to them. No one else can give you the internal workings of the stroke victim's mind but one who has lived it.

Mary's wit and humor are a delight even when she is sharing the worst of her struggles. This book will help everyone who has a loved one with brain damage regardless of the cause. If you are a caregiver and can read only one book, this is the one to read!

As a stroke survivor myself. I was inspired by Mary's willingness to continue the fight despite all of her struggles. I think she explained in great detail the difficulties that she endured and continues to do so. Each stroke is as individual as the person and the circumstances. Mary tells it like it is and how it was for her. I recommended her book on my stroke support website [...]
Bob Miller

the story left out too many important details, especially the struggle of going through physical therapy and having to relearn the fundementals of walking and using arms and hands. also failed to emphasize the frustation of having other people do for you.

Great book, she has so much to say. She just received the stroke survivor of the year from SE Va stroke survivors of the year 2005. She spoke, was absolutly wonderful and the highlight of the evening for the banquet.