The Other Side of Us: A Memoir of Trauma, Truth, and Transformation - Paperback

by Molly Weisgram (Author)

"A real life example of the power of positivity and perseverance." - Kabir Sehgal, NY Times Best-Selling Author, Deepak Chopra, MD

In this intimate portrait, Molly Weisgram describes her personal experience as caregiver, wife, and mother amidst sudden illness. On Valentine's Day, Chris Maxwell, Molly's husband and father of their four young children, was unexpectedly diagnosed with a severe case of Guillain-Barré Syndrome. Chris was immediately airlifted to the hospital, where he became a quadriplegic on a ventilator in less than a week.

Without any warning, Molly and Chris embarked on a dangerous journey-one they traveled together but separately, forced into the roles of patient and caregiver. During their shattering year-long experience, they faced uncertainty, trauma, and incomprehensible mystery. They also experienced deep truth, growth, and transformation.

"Each of us is forced to take on our adversity and make it into our opportunity. Healing from the impossible, inspires all of us to exit our personal pity party and go on to be healed, healthy, and massively productive. Molly and Chris's story will inspire and encourage you at the depth of your soul. Happy reading!"
- Mark Victor Hansen, Best-Selling Author and Co-Founder of Chicken Soup for the Soul

"You will be laughing, crying, searching your soul, and looking for your center. Inspirational!" - Linda Daugaard, First Lady of South Dakota

"Let this story change you. This book is full of honesty and heartache but also gratitude-a must read."- Diane Ulmer, Occupational Therapist

"Provides a first-hand perspective of a family going through a prolonged medical journey, proving that with insight, wisdom and humor, one can not only survive but thrive during even the most challenging of circumstances." - Dr. Adam Kafka, MD

"A devoted couple, a young family, a life-threatening illness. A story of fear, hope and most of all love. A great read. I recommend it highly." -James Abbott, President Emeritus, the University of South Dakota