Hallelujah! Well, it finally happened. In 2002 I was lying in bed wondering what I could do in my paralyzed condition to be a more effective husband, father, and grandfather. Suddenly a powerful impression came to me that because of my computer and wonderful voice recognition software could write to my children and grandchildren share with them my perspective feelings about life. I started writing that day and over the years have written approximately 200 observations about life. My children and grandchildren have always been my target audience but over the years many others have also begun to receive these observations over the Internet by e-mail.
In January Cedar Fort/Bonneville Books, having read some of my observations, asks if I would work with them to produce a book. I did and the book was published today. The book is titled "It's Good to Be Alive!" It is comprised of a selection of what the publisher and my wife, Jo Anne and I feel are the best of the observations written over the years. There is a lot of humor in it as well as pictures and those things that have helped me to deal with 21 years of paralysis and living on life support. I think you will enjoy it.
I got word today that it will be available at Barnes & Noble, Borders, Amazon.com, Deseret Book, and Seagull. You can get an overview of the book by going to my website: www.jackrushton.com
Excuse me for being so excited but for an old paralyzed guy on life support this is a great day.
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Feel free to contact Jo Anne at jorushton4144@gmail.com
Observations about life from a wheelchair by Jack Rushton
Jack's book
Jack's book, "It's Good To Be Alive-Observations From a Wheelchair" is no longer in print. You may be able to purchase a new or used copy on Amazon. Click on the following link: http://www.amazon.com/Good-Alive-Observations-From-Wheelchair/dp/1599554089
It's Good to Be Alive
This is an excerpt from "It's Good to Be Alive." To buy the full DVD see below.
$15 each (includes shipping and handling)
It's Good To Be Alive CD
Feel free to contact Jo Anne at jorushton4144@gmail.com
Jack's Bio
Jack Rushton, a respected religious leader and educator, has been loved and admired by many over the years. He is known, not only for his leadership skills and devotion to his beliefs and family, but also for his amiable personality and sense of humor. Jack is now known by thousands for his stellar example of how to move on and continue to achieve fulfillment through service and inspiration despite unfortunate injuries.
On August 1, 1989, while enjoying an afternoon with his family in Laguna Beach, CA, Jack body-surfed a small, seemingly harmless wave towards the shore. Unexpectedly, the wave drove him into the sand head first. Since that day, he has been paralyzed from the neck down and respirator dependent.
From that day to this, Jack Rushton is even more influential and inspirational than before. His cheerful attitude, amidst such a trial, has helped others reach beyond themselves and become great as well in the process.
A group of church members pitched in time, talent and resources to build a beautiful addition to Jack's home to meet his special needs. And then, there is his wife, Jo Anne, who serves him day and night - washing, dressing, feeding him, and attending to all of his highly specialized needs. Even though Jack is dependent on those around him for much of his physical needs, he still retains the sharp mind and loving spirit that has carried him through his life. All that is Jack remains unchanged.
Jack Rushton's resilient attitude, combined with service and zest for living, has proven to edify everyone around him. He inspires others to readjust their attitude about their present situation, whatever it might be.
Jack and his wife Jo Anne are the parents of six children and 17 grandchildren. They reside in Southern California and in spite of their challenges, truly believe "It's Good to Be Alive!".
On August 1, 1989, while enjoying an afternoon with his family in Laguna Beach, CA, Jack body-surfed a small, seemingly harmless wave towards the shore. Unexpectedly, the wave drove him into the sand head first. Since that day, he has been paralyzed from the neck down and respirator dependent.
From that day to this, Jack Rushton is even more influential and inspirational than before. His cheerful attitude, amidst such a trial, has helped others reach beyond themselves and become great as well in the process.
A group of church members pitched in time, talent and resources to build a beautiful addition to Jack's home to meet his special needs. And then, there is his wife, Jo Anne, who serves him day and night - washing, dressing, feeding him, and attending to all of his highly specialized needs. Even though Jack is dependent on those around him for much of his physical needs, he still retains the sharp mind and loving spirit that has carried him through his life. All that is Jack remains unchanged.
Jack Rushton's resilient attitude, combined with service and zest for living, has proven to edify everyone around him. He inspires others to readjust their attitude about their present situation, whatever it might be.
Jack and his wife Jo Anne are the parents of six children and 17 grandchildren. They reside in Southern California and in spite of their challenges, truly believe "It's Good to Be Alive!".
1 comment:
Congratulations!!! You're an author now:) I'll be looking for your book...
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