Taking My Life Back: A Family’s Story of Triumph from Transplant to Transformation

A literary anthem of empowerment for anyone experiencing a medical or any other dilemma. A call to action to advocate strongly for yourself and those you love, to question the experts, and know that we are all working together. Taking my life back: A story of triumph from transplant to transformation speaks to the many obstacles one might face while fighting for a chance at a new life. Through his mother’s eyes, this book walks through the life of a sickle cell anemia survivor and the stumbling blocks he and his family had to overcome. It tells the story of persistence, pressure, and power. It emphasizes the importance of not giving up, maintaining hope, and empowering yourself. Nothing else matters in those times when your loved one needs you and with the help of this book, it will become clear on how to navigate the systems of health care and advocacy. While on this journey we are reminded that the greatest gratitude can be realized through giving.