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Able: How God showed two physically disabled sisters what they were able to do through Him
It’s possible to live fully, even if you aren’t able to move freely.
When delivering her second child, Gail Werne’s heart stopped beating. Doctors spent twenty minutes trying to revive this mother and save the life of Allison, her newborn baby.
Due to her traumatic birth story, Allison Werne has never known life without a physical disability. With the support of her family and a solid faith, Alli learned to live with a focus on her God-ordained abilities.
As the older sister to Alli, Korrine spent her growing up years learning through the life of her sister what it means to persevere and live with purpose, lessons that would prepare Korrine later in life when facing her own physically disabling diagnosis.
Using their wheels and their voices, Able, a story told through a mother and two sisters, shows readers that anyone can rise above the disabling circumstances of life and how to live fully, even if you aren’t able to move freely.
When delivering her second child, Gail Werne’s heart stopped beating. Doctors spent twenty minutes trying to revive this mother and save the life of Allison, her newborn baby.
Due to her traumatic birth story, Allison Werne has never known life without a physical disability. With the support of her family and a solid faith, Alli learned to live with a focus on her God-ordained abilities.
As the older sister to Alli, Korrine spent her growing up years learning through the life of her sister what it means to persevere and live with purpose, lessons that would prepare Korrine later in life when facing her own physically disabling diagnosis.
Using their wheels and their voices, Able, a story told through a mother and two sisters, shows readers that anyone can rise above the disabling circumstances of life and how to live fully, even if you aren’t able to move freely.
202 pages, Paperback
Published October 4, 2022
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October 23, 2022
What a beautiful narrative about women who have persevered and not only want to share their story but also want to bring hope to others facing difficult situations.
I barely knew Korrine when I had 2 of her boys several years ago, but I remember telling another teacher that these boys were just “good people.” Now as I’ve read the back story, it makes perfect sense. I’ve seen Korrine interract with students as the book mentions and she does it with such love.
Particularly touching were Alli’s raw feelings after that tough physical therapy time with Korrine and Korrine’s letter to Alli. To see how they are open and honest is a light of inspiration to others.
The chapter reflections and closing prayers are terrific ways to give the reader pause and consider how he/she can identify areas of change.
The legacy Gail, Alli, and Korrine are leaving for their family and the impact on our schools, community, and church will reverberate far into the future. I’m so grateful to them for sharing the keys to a full life!
I barely knew Korrine when I had 2 of her boys several years ago, but I remember telling another teacher that these boys were just “good people.” Now as I’ve read the back story, it makes perfect sense. I’ve seen Korrine interract with students as the book mentions and she does it with such love.
Particularly touching were Alli’s raw feelings after that tough physical therapy time with Korrine and Korrine’s letter to Alli. To see how they are open and honest is a light of inspiration to others.
The chapter reflections and closing prayers are terrific ways to give the reader pause and consider how he/she can identify areas of change.
The legacy Gail, Alli, and Korrine are leaving for their family and the impact on our schools, community, and church will reverberate far into the future. I’m so grateful to them for sharing the keys to a full life!
February 19, 2023
This is not my usual type of book, but because I know these women are purely phenomenal, I had to read it. This story pulses with a strong and humble heart, and beneath its simply written words lie truth and inspiration. We all face struggles, and we can all learn something from these admirable women.
November 1, 2022
Inspirational story of living life to its fullest, served with a side of humility that we can be doing so much more with our lives.
July 16, 2024
Amazing! Inspiring. Encouraging. I think everyone needs to read this book!
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