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The Wiggly Warrior
“You can do anything but eat a burrito in the car.” A dear friend once told Carolyn Bowman, author of The Wiggly Warrior.
Through the lens of childhood memories and the solace of her yoga practice, she unveils a story of strength, vulnerability and the unwavering support of those who uplift her along the way.
Born with cerebral palsy, she began exploring her physical boundaries early in life. Her bicycle became a symbol that anything is possible. Readers will delight in her unique perspective as a wiggly traveler, teacher, mother and friend.
A tale brimming with humor and heart, this memoir is a testament to the power of determination and the boundless possibilities that arise when we refuse to be defined by our perceived limitations.
She is equal parts candid and comedic as she authentically shares her reality. Carolyn gives us a fresh perspective on our society; ideas to contemplate as we move through our daily lives and work towards a more equitable future for all.
"This inspiring book brilliantly weaves together the journey of overcoming adversity with the transformative powers of friendship, yoga, and humor. Through captivating storytelling, Carolyn Bowman delivers emotional depth and practical wisdom, guiding readers through the trials and triumphs of her life's challenges. A heartfelt and empowering read, it illuminates the resilience of the human spirit."
ClarkRev. Noell Clark
Lay Minister, Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order
Tanya Sheckly
Through the lens of childhood memories and the solace of her yoga practice, she unveils a story of strength, vulnerability and the unwavering support of those who uplift her along the way.
Born with cerebral palsy, she began exploring her physical boundaries early in life. Her bicycle became a symbol that anything is possible. Readers will delight in her unique perspective as a wiggly traveler, teacher, mother and friend.
A tale brimming with humor and heart, this memoir is a testament to the power of determination and the boundless possibilities that arise when we refuse to be defined by our perceived limitations.
She is equal parts candid and comedic as she authentically shares her reality. Carolyn gives us a fresh perspective on our society; ideas to contemplate as we move through our daily lives and work towards a more equitable future for all.
"This inspiring book brilliantly weaves together the journey of overcoming adversity with the transformative powers of friendship, yoga, and humor. Through captivating storytelling, Carolyn Bowman delivers emotional depth and practical wisdom, guiding readers through the trials and triumphs of her life's challenges. A heartfelt and empowering read, it illuminates the resilience of the human spirit."
ClarkRev. Noell Clark
Lay Minister, Embracing Simplicity Contemplative Order
Tanya Sheckly
249 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 15, 2025
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July 11, 2025
Disclaimer: Carolyn is a good friend, and has been a member of my book club for about 20 years.
In the book, Carolyn's daughter says "My mom is not as disabled as she looks but is more disabled than she thinks she is". This is very representative of Carolyn and her life in her wiggly body.
Carolyn has met the challenges presented to her by the combination of her body and the world we live in. She celebrates the joy that movement brings to her, whether it is yoga and swimming in a warm water pool (now) or a 65 mile bike ride (when she was younger).
Carolyn has lived an interesting life, and reading her reflections on it was inspiring as well as entertaining.
In the book, Carolyn's daughter says "My mom is not as disabled as she looks but is more disabled than she thinks she is". This is very representative of Carolyn and her life in her wiggly body.
Carolyn has met the challenges presented to her by the combination of her body and the world we live in. She celebrates the joy that movement brings to her, whether it is yoga and swimming in a warm water pool (now) or a 65 mile bike ride (when she was younger).
Carolyn has lived an interesting life, and reading her reflections on it was inspiring as well as entertaining.
September 12, 2025
The author’s positive, engaging personality came through very clearly in this memoir. It was very hopeful, both that she did not let her physical imitations define who she was, and also that she had a lot of supportive teachers and other mentors who saw past her disabilities. She did have difficulties that she had to navigate, of course, and the memoir describes how she handled those. It was a quick, delightful read.
September 2, 2025
I think The Wiggly Warrior is an apt name for Carolyn’s memoir. She is an amazing woman living life on her terms. I learned things that I didn’t know, and I’m her sister. This is a good story!
December 9, 2025
A peek inside the life of an amazing woman. So much food for thought.
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