WILDER, Ky. (PRWEB)
October 22, 2019
Rick Schirmer is a retired biotech industry executive and the proud father of four boys who has been married to his wife, Helen, for thirty years. He has completed his new book “Embracing the Journey: A Special-Needs Child’s Remarkable Story”: a deeply personal memoir outlining the determination he and his wife shared to provide the best life possible for their severely disabled son.
Rick writes, “Matthew was born in September of 1997 with a rare genetic disorder called Trisomy 22. His parents were told by the genetic director that he would be severely mentally retarded and never walk, never talk, or have much of a life, that they should not waste their time caring for him and put him in an institution for care.
He has endured fifteen surgeries, thousands of therapy sessions, and requires 24-7 care. Although he is now twenty-one years old and cognitively, he has developed only to the level of an infant, Matthew has proved the genetic director wrong in many areas. He is one of the happiest boys you will ever meet, has positively impacted the lives of so many, and continues to live a very rewarding life.
His life journey has provided so many tremendous lessons that can apply to everyone, and certainly to parents of a handicapped or disabled child. Matthew’s journey showed his parents and all those fortunate to interact with him that laughter is much better than crying, that any simple gesture of kindness can move mountains, and that there are many special individuals that will make a significant impact on a special-needs child’s life and their family’s life if given the opportunity.”
Published by New York City-based Page Publishing, Rick Schirmer’s engrossing book is a touching message of empathy, love, and recognition that every life matters.
Readers who wish to experience this engaging work can purchase “Embracing the Journey: A Special-Needs Child’s Remarkable Story” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.
About Page Publishing:
Page Publishing is a traditional New York-based, full-service publishing house that handles all the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create – not overwhelmed with logistics like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of accomplished authors and publishing professionals allows writers to leave behind these complex and time-consuming issues to focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at http://www.pagepublishing.com.
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