When tragedy strikes,
Do you allow it to frame your world?
Or do you choose the frame?
Reframing a Tragedy
a memoir of enduring love and overcoming loss, infertility & cancer
As girls we dream of becoming young women; living life on our terms, discovering and creating ourselves and ultimately finding that one true love to share it all with and raise a family. We never imagine that we could become ‘that girl’, the one whose world is disrupted by tragedy—cancer, infertility and loss…
In Dec 2001, Michelle was busy climbing the corporate ladder giving no thought to motherhood when her world came to a screeching halt. She was diagnosed with cervical cancer. She was overwhelmed with questions and fear. Would she live or die? Would she ever be able to create life? Would her recently new boyfriend still want her? Was she damaged goods?
Reframing a Tragedy is Michelle Whitlock’s captivating memoir about being thrust into the terrifying world of cancer in the prime of her life, not once but twice. Based on the author’s own personal experience; this book explores the physical, emotional, and sexual pain of gynecological cancer and teaches woman to live a strong, happy and productive life again…with love.
It is the story of one young women’s battle to preserve her fertility and an unlikely summer romance that flourished in the midst of her battle. In Reframing a Tragedy, with the help of her loving husband, Michelle finds the strength to use her experience to frame her true authentic self and help other women. This is a story of triumph and enduring love.
Quotes from recent readers…
“I’m continually impressed every time I come into contact with you. Not just because you are this obviously ‘awesome author’, but for many other reasons: your talent, creativeness and vulnerability are nothing less then admirable. I loved your book! I laughed; cried, got goose bumps, felt motivated, felt weak…everything a great book should make you feel!”
– Kristi, cervical cancer survivor
“Michelle, your book was amazing! I was so glad to have it for my 4 hour bus ride. Little did I know I wouldn’t be putting it down for the entire ride and then in the cab to finish the last few pages. I laughed and I cried (what a cliché—but it is true)! I think it’s wonderful how candid you were about everything you experienced. I felt like I got a better sense of how my mom was truly feeling by reading your book. You said all the things she was afraid to say, afraid to admit. I feel your book is going to prove to be an amazing tool for young women!”
– Robin, lost her mother to cervical cancer
Click Here to View, Download or Print Chapter One - Shattered Glass
Click Here to View, Download or Print Chapter Twenty Four - Heavy Artillery
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of my book will be donated to Tamika and Friends for the Michelle Whitlock's Gift of Life, helping women with fertility options after cancer!