The daughter has remarkable vision, indefatigable drive and Down Syndrome. The mother has the refinement of an Oxford tutor and the focused passion of a she-bear. Both are writers. Together they possess the raw courage to take a long, unblinking look at their journey through adoption, disability, chronic illness, education, divorce, relocation, and the transition of an intellectually disabled child into adulthood. A masterful story, The Road Going is a resource and a co-navigator for every family member, friend or professional who seeks to help a person with disabilities to achieve greater self-sufficiency. You will weep. You will laugh. You will cheer. You will hold your breath as mother and daughter take you on the ride of a lifetime. Read more Continue reading Read less ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Suzanne Bobo is a freelance writer, columnist and photographer living in Kodiak, Alaska. A former teacher, administrator and editor, Suzanne earned her BA in economics at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs and her MA at St. John's College in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She enjoys knitting, salmon fishing and bowhunting. Brittany Tregarthen is a freelance writer, Special Olympics athlete and volunteer, and lyricist for the band Ocean Blue Rising. A 2007 graduate of Delta (Colorado) School District, she enjoys singing, dog-sitting and spending time with her boyfriend. Read more Continue reading Read less
