The Viewfinder - Michael J. Bowen

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Résumé :
Driving off the set of an Arnold Schwarzenegger movie, Michael, a senior in college, never sees the oncoming car that hits his driver's side door. Disoriented and languishing in his mangled car, he tries to move, but it's as though a powerful force is pinning him down. Unable to cope with this reality, he falls unconscious and a spiritual intervention begins. In his altered state, photos flash before his eyes, triggering memories of his past and a glimpse into his future. The 3D images feel so real, so full of depth, that it's like looking through the lens of a toy viewfinder. But why, why is he seeing these images? This captivating true story will take you on an emotional roller-coaster ride through Michael's quest to rebuild his broken body and fulfill his dreams while searching for the answer to the question: what is God's plan for my life?...

Biographie:
Born in 1962, Michael J. Bowen grew up in Washington Park, North Carolina, water-skiing on the glassy water of the Tar River and playing competitive sports. On November 19, 1985, during his senior year of college, he made the fateful decision to play an extra in an Arnold Schwarzenegger movie. That decision ultimately led to a car accident, paralysis, and a spiritual intervention that taught him lessons about faith, empathy, and overcoming adversity. Today, he is a walking quadriplegic, a retired phys ed teacher, a high school tennis coach, and a motivational speaker. He's also a self-proclaimed beach bum and an amateur drummer who lives in Wilmington, North Carolina, with the love of his life-his wife Laura-and their dog, Tessa. The Viewfinder: Michael's Story is his first book....