I Wish...

Product Description I WISH... is a book about conflict, courage and creative solutions. It tells what it is like to be the parent of a child with disabilities. It relates to the experience of disabled adults. It gives new perspective to professionals who work with exceptional families. Kate McAnaney writes eloquently and concisely about the issues which confront parents, illustrating each reflection with insightful quotations. The beautiful cover is by Laurel Burch. This new edition includes two new essays. Kate reviews what parenting has meant thus far; her son Mahlon recounts his experience living independently for the first time at college. Originally published by United Cerebral Palsy of California. Review This wise, compassionate book speaks to the heart of what it is to live with and love a physically disadvantaged child. McAnaneys honesty and courage offer enormous support to people confronting similar situations. Also included are deeply moving first-hand messages from adults with disabilities, which offerhope and inspiration to anyone confronting tough circumstances in life. -- Judy Tatelbaum, MSW, author of Courage to Grieve and You Don't Have to Suffer About the Author Kate McAnaney lives with her husband, Patrick, and two sons, Mahlon and Michael, in Carmel Valley, California. She holds a degree in Human Development and has been helping families of children with a disability and those at risk for many years in her work as a social worker, writer and educator. She has written numerous articles for magazines and newsletters. I WISH... is my gift to the families whose lives are similar to mine. I want to offer encouragement to them and promote emotional healing so they can enhjoty being an exceptional family.