“A brilliant mother, wife, and musicologist suffers blows that would destroy others. But Ella Mahler ultimately refuses to succumb, but refashions her life to make it meaningful and fulfilling.” Marvin Zonis, Professor Emeritus, Booth School of Business, University of Chicago “She started out her life with one set of expectations, and in a minute, everything changed. Dealing with a stroke, alcoholism, and a mood disorder is no small feat. It has been a pleasure to be on Ella’s first team. One of the best ways we can help each other is by sharing our stories. Ella has done just that, in a wonderful way, by writing this book.” Paula Melanson, LCSW “One woman’s courageous exploration of physical and mental illness. It’s plucky, determined, and vividly lays out her experience with personal challenges. Anonymous