The Syrup Maze

By: Debbie Simpson

We didn't know how far recovery would go, but in looking back, it is clear to see how we were able to focus on the tiniest sparks of light that gave us hope in each day, until that sun finally shone brightly and completely once again, after the turbulence of an unexpected storm.

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Book Description

Miracles happen every day. This is one of them. From severe TBI to recovery. Just two and a half weeks after telling mom, "We are treating his body in case he wakes up," the doctor told her, "We weren't expecting this." They were amazed.

Michael was in the wrong place, at the wrong time, caught between two cars that should not have been on the road. His mom started a CaringBridge® account in order to communicate updates with family and friends and to give her an outlet through journaling. The Syrup Maze is built around these CaringBridge posts that Debbie tried hard to keep upbeat and positive.

Yes, life can change in an instant, but with change comes choice: choice in how we think, choice in how we pray, choice in how we talk, choice in how we act. And at a time when it was all she could do to put one foot in front of the other, she discovered that, next to God, family was their strongest force. As "Team Michael" they leaned on each other, cried together and yes, even found reasons to laugh together.

The Syrup Maze is an inspiring account of the light that can shine through even the darkest of days. It is a tribute to those who dedicate their lives to saving the lives of others and it is to the many, many angels who presented themselves through this very difficult time.

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