Bold, Brave, and Breathless: Reveling in Childhood's Splendiferous Glories While Facing Disability and Loss

After a normal pregnancy, Margaret Moore's parents Anne and Terrence were shocked when Margaret, nicknamed Meg, came home with a physical disability Cerebral Palsy and permanent dependence on others for help with feeding, dressing, hygiene, and transfers to and from her wheelchair and walker. A speech impediment caused her to rely on a communication device. Along with having Meg's brothers, Sean and Brian, Terrence had already been diagnosed with a rare form of stomach cancer, which later took his life. Raising the kids on her own, Anne taught Meg, Brian, and Sean to persevere and to reach their ambitions. This book follows Meg from birth through graduation. Meg narrates her experiences of pursuing regular education and activities such as Girl Scouts, soccer, ice-skating, and snow tubing despite her physical limitations. She delves into the challenges that often comes with seeking inclusion and acceptance, but she also highlights the joyous-- and often hilarious-- adventures of her childhood. The story of Meg Moore and her family is meant to make you ponder how you, too, can reach your wildest ambitions and how your inner strength is one of the greatest factors enabling you to do so.