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Daddy Bent-Legs: The 40-Year-Old Musings of a Physically Disabled Man, Husband, and Father
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Born on March 25, 1968, Neil Matheson entered the world with a physical disability called Cerebral Palsy. Wanting to give readers a glimpse into what it is like to grow up on a pair of crutches, Daddy Bent-Legs is essentially the author's life story. Told through a series of eclectic anecdotes, the book is very much an “Everything-
You-Ever-Wanted-To-Know-About-Physical-Disabilities-But-Were-Afraid-To-Ask" affair.
Daddy Bent-Legs is a light-hearted, humorous and inspirational testimony about overcoming disability. From a young boy’s quest to be normal (and to be seen the same as able-bodied kids) to one man’s journey toward fatherhood – this is a unique story with a powerful message. An easy-to-pick-up read for all ages.
You-Ever-Wanted-To-Know-About-Physical-Disabilities-But-Were-Afraid-To-Ask" affair.
Daddy Bent-Legs is a light-hearted, humorous and inspirational testimony about overcoming disability. From a young boy’s quest to be normal (and to be seen the same as able-bodied kids) to one man’s journey toward fatherhood – this is a unique story with a powerful message. An easy-to-pick-up read for all ages.
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Neil Matheson
Interests: Writing, blogger, photography, computers
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