Publisher's Synopsis
Gathering Courage is an award-winning book about a child who was adopted and them rejected by her adopted family. This child was sent to a foster home at the age of nine because she was dyslexic and struggling to learn. The story goes on to show how walking through the pain and suffering of losses and hurts built a strong faith in the Lord and the courage to be successful. Walking the stage to receive a diploma at Texas A&M University was not only adream but also a reality. Helping students to succeed in life was a burning desire from someone who had to go back and learn basic educational material while attending college courses. Passing on ecouragement and the internal desire "To Make Life Better" turned into a lifetime career.