Monika Mariah Suchy

Beyond All Odds: Healing a Painful Soul Monika Mariah Suchy

As a child of the Second World War, Joanna is haunted by memories of the post war years and despite events which took place during that time, she grows up to be a strong individual. Escaping a turbulent time in her home country, she immigrates to Canada. Her colorful life comes to a sudden halt, when her husband of many years leaves her for another woman. During the time of grieving she reflects on the past and discovers her innate strength helped her master desperate situations. A bright light returns to her life when she reconnects with her childhood sweetheart, falls in love at the mature age of 60 and prepares to live with him. Will he heal her wounds?Through the journaling of her past, Joanna experiences that the healing comes from within. She leaves her written legacy behind for her children to discover. It is through their eyes that her life is revealed. Forgiveness, acceptance and love are the healing cornerstones of this story.