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In May 2020, Catherine Hannah's drive to work ended in a serious car crash. These are her poems, her story. This is her diary. This honest account of road trauma recovery is a celebration of human spirit and the power of poetry for healing. Over 3.5 years, 76 poems and a sprinkle of photographs, Catherine navigates: traumatic brain injury and post concussion syndrome PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) spinal fracture rehabilitation and therapy legal proceedings returning to driving change and loss in career, relationships and self identity This poetry is a valuable window for loved ones and professionals into life after a traumatic event. But for survivors- this is a reminder that your feelings are valid and that you are not alone.

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"""...a beautifully written diary of how our lives are suddenly changed after being injured in a crash. I found myself emotionally attached to her journey... Whether you're on your own recovery path or supporting someone through theirs, this poetry is a beacon of hope and resilience. I would highly recommend""! -S. Dawne McKay, Founder of the Crash Support Network ""...compelling and thoroughly readable chronicle...superbly formatted... moments of touching despair that made me cry, which were pleasantly dispersed with delicate humour.... cannot recommend this title highly enough. Catherine's poetic voice and narrative skill combine to transport the reader to a place beyond the spectrum of our everyday worries, doubts, and fears"". -Ivor Steven, writer for Coffee House Writers Magazine and author of poetry collections Tullawalla and Perceptions"

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Catherine Hannah was born in Blackpool, UK but has called Australia home for the last ten years. After graduating from university with a bachelor's degree in Drama and Imaginative Writing, Catherine's love of poetry lay dormant until a serious car accident altered the course of her life. Faced with life changing injuries including a bilateral C2 fracture and Traumatic Brain Injury, Catherine rediscovered her love for writing; embracing the power of poetry for healing to make sense of road trauma and her subsequent PTSD and Post Concussion Syndrome diagnoses. A classically trained pianist with a strong interest in music as part of early years education, Catherine also enjoys song writing and composition. She lives in Geelong, Victoria with her husband, two rabbits and two chickens.For more information, please visit https: //catherinehannahpoetry.com

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