In 1982, Derek McFadden, born prematurely at just a bit over four pounds, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Initially, shock and grief paralyzed his family; and then eventually, acceptance came. Derek survived those first precarious months.
In 1982, Derek McFadden, born prematurely at just a bit over four pounds, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Initially, shock and grief paralyzed his ...
Novelist ("On Ashlyn's Bridge") and poet ("Prose from a Grandson to a Senior Fellow"), Derek McFadden returns with a spirited novella that sparkles with the magic and joy of holidays past.
Though afflicted with cerebral palsy, the main character, Walter Mathews, fueled by the timeless words of loving encouragement inherited from his dead father, has been blessed with a wife and daughter and holiday traditions that are eternal. It is this loving memory of his Papa and the festive holiday celebrations they once shared that allow him and his family to wake up one Christmas morning to...
Novelist ("On Ashlyn's Bridge") and poet ("Prose from a Grandson to a Senior Fellow"), Derek McFadden returns with a spirited novella that sparkles wi...
