I'll Push You: A Journey of 500 Miles, Two Best Friends, and One Wheelchair
From the moment I read the subtitle of this book, I knew it would be a rare and interesting read. This is an account written by both Justin and Patrick of their unusual and incredible trip together on the 500-mile trek called the Camino de Santiago. The incredible factor? Justin is wheel-chair bound yet was able to traverse the total 500-miles with the help of his childhood best friend Patrick as well as many other volunteers met along the journey. This is an extremely interesting and oftentimes humorous account. I appreciated how Patrick included his own spiritual growth which occurred along the trail. What Patrick learned about himself and the way he treated his wife and children back home was life-changing and I'm so glad it was described in the pages of this book.
Personally, I didn't care for a lot of the humour in this book. But what can you say when it's two guys writing such an account? Apart from that, it was a very good book.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest opinion.
Two best friends, 500 miles, one wheelchair, and the challenge of a lifetime.
Friendship takes on new meaning in this true story of Justin and Patrick, born less than two days apart in the same hospital. Best friends their whole lives, they grew up together, went to school together, and were best man in each other's weddings. When Justin was diagnosed with a neuromuscular disease that robbed him of the use of his arms and legs, Patrick was there, helping to feed and care for him in ways he'd never imagined. Determined to live life to the fullest, the friends refused to give into despair or let physical limitations control what was possible for Justin.
So when Justin heard about the Camino de Santiago, a 500-mile trek through Spain, he wondered aloud to Patrick whether the two of them could ever do it. Patrick's immediate response was: "I'll push you."
I'll Push You is the real-life story of this incredible journey. A travel adventure full of love, humor, and spiritual truth, it exemplifies what every friendship is meant to be and shows what it means to never find yourself alone. You'll discover how love and faith can push past all limits--and make us the best versions of ourselves.
Friendship takes on new meaning in this true story of Justin and Patrick, born less than two days apart in the same hospital. Best friends their whole lives, they grew up together, went to school together, and were best man in each other's weddings. When Justin was diagnosed with a neuromuscular disease that robbed him of the use of his arms and legs, Patrick was there, helping to feed and care for him in ways he'd never imagined. Determined to live life to the fullest, the friends refused to give into despair or let physical limitations control what was possible for Justin.
So when Justin heard about the Camino de Santiago, a 500-mile trek through Spain, he wondered aloud to Patrick whether the two of them could ever do it. Patrick's immediate response was: "I'll push you."
I'll Push You is the real-life story of this incredible journey. A travel adventure full of love, humor, and spiritual truth, it exemplifies what every friendship is meant to be and shows what it means to never find yourself alone. You'll discover how love and faith can push past all limits--and make us the best versions of ourselves.
No comments:
Post a Comment