Her boundless optimism encountered unforeseen trauma. When a tragic fall left her a quadriplegic, would this sixteen-year-old ever find her purpose?
1980s. Jenny Smith was like every other vibrant teenager. With loud makeup and outrageous bangs, the high schooler actively contributed to her church youth group, played in a band, and was a competitive gymnast. But while tumbling on the dewy morning grass, one catastrophic slip ended with a life-altering spinal cord injury.
Paralyzed from the chest down, the fiercely faithful young woman made her way into adulthood without the use of her hands and requiring constant assistance for her most basic needs. And though she hid her grief and loss of identity for years, Jenny’s refusal to give up would eventually see her distributing wheelchairs internationally, returning to sports, and speaking as an advocate for people with a disability.
In this deeply personal story, Jenny Smith shares her triumph over physical and emotional obstacles during her difficult transition into living as a quadriplegic. Filled with revelations and sharply observant wit, her uplifting account of resilience serves as a beautiful reminder to us all that adversity can lead to unexpected growth.
Live the Impossible is an eye-opening chronicle of one woman’s journey overcoming the unthinkable. If you like open and humorous autobiographies, straightforward dialogue, and powerful introspection, then you’ll love Jenny Smith’s raw and honest narrative.
