The trajectory of my life was derailed in an instant when I broke my neck in a car accident at age 32. I went from an independent, active lifestyle to a life of dependence, paralyzed from the chest down.You don't know who you are until you are stripped of all that you thought defined you. For me, it was keeping up with the guys as an ironworker and welder and being an independent single mom. It was night classes online and dreams of being a writer.During my life I have been no stranger to change and challenge. I have gone from a smalltown teen mom to a successful traveling tradeswoman, from fundamentalist religion to philosophy and humanism.When my life on the road, on the iron and on my feet was cut short I was faced with my biggest challenge yet. I turned to the lessons I learned on that road and in my studies, and to the words of the wise to adapt to living with my disability and let go with grace.With much help from my loyal brother and beloved daughter, just 13 when my injury took place, I must claim my place in the world again, finding the strength to cope with no longer being strong, but building mental strength instead.My story speaks to the struggle and strength of the disabled, to the fight of the feminist, and to a mother’s undying love. It resonates with tender love for my Arizona home, the iron I left behind, and the people in my life I hold dear.
✔ Author(s): Cassandra Brandt
✔ Title: Iron Girl: Tomboy, Tradeswoman, Tetraplegic: a memoir
✔ Rating : 3.8 out of 5 base on (17 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: B084DG1CMD
✔ ISBN-13: 978B084DG1CM1
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Iron Girl by Cassandra Brandt
Aileen Menzie
I loved the powerful messages hidden within the story. The book tackled important social issues and made me ponder the world we live in. It's a must-read for everyone.
Polly Hurlbutt
The author's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through their words is truly remarkable. I felt like I was on an emotional rollercoaster throughout the entire book.
Tasha Cobbett
This book is a work of art. The language, the imagery, the symbolism - everything came together beautifully to create a memorable reading experience.
