Let Me Die Laughing!: Waking from the Nightmare of a Brain Explosion

Megan Timothy shares a personal story of triumph and overcoming the overwhelming. In September 2003 Megan suffered a serious brain injury and was unable to communicate in any way. With her strong spirit and determination she participated in therapy and within two years was able to participate in the world and begin writing and speaking about her ordeal. The rehabilitation of your brain can be like no other, since it is something that affects your mind, spirit and outlook on life. After reading this book, my belief in miracles is renewed as well as my belief in the strength of the human spirit. If you are feeling down, read this book and you will re-evaluate your own life and situations in it.

I recently had the great fortune to meet the author, Megan, in person. She told me just bits and pieces about her experience (and adventures). And, just based on that, I could tell she was a remarkable soul. So I was thrilled when I got the chance to read her book, which affirms my first impression of her as being a true indomitable spirit, an adventurer, and a lover of life, no matter what life places at her doorstep. The book captures the very essence of this 65-year old spitfire (who recently completed a 12,000-mile bike trip...solo!). She's truly an inspiration, not only to survivors of brain injuries (of which my Dad is one) but also to anyone struggling to maintain a positive attitude along the bumpy road of life (i.e., all of us!). This quote alone is a priceless treasure: "I'm accused of being a rolling stone since I fail to gather moss. If moss be money and material possessions, it's true. My stone rolls far and wide, and rather than being blanketed with moss, it's polished as smooth and shiny as a gemstone. It glows with experiences, sparkles with adventure, dazzles with challenges to both mind and body, gleams with eager anticipation of the next quest. How much richer do I deserve to be?" Keep on rolling, Megan!!

This book inspired me so much that I have recommended it to all of my friends. I hope that I would have the strength to overcome such a devastating illness with the grace, humor, and perseverance that Megan Timothy has shown. It reminded me of Lance Armstrong's book about his struggle with cancer. Since reading Megan's book, I discovered that if you contact Crone House Publishing, you can get email updates on Megan's progress as she rides her bicycle alone around the United States.