Shine On: The Remarkable True Story of a Quadruple Amputee

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<DD><p>“Honey, you’ve been very ill and they’ve had to amputate…” His voice cracked. I searched his face, looking for some kind of clue to tell me why I sensed so much pain from him and in me. “…Your hands and feet.”</p>

<DT><p>Cyndi tried to grasp the new reality that flesh-eating disease had changed her life forever. Her recent memories of being a successful business manager and new mom seemed oceans away. </p>

<DD><p>It just couldn’t be true. I tried to speak, but no words came. Please God—let this be a dream. A sinking, overwhelming feeling crashed down on me as my eyes became heavier and heavier. Darkness threatened to overtake me.</p>

<DT><p>As she grappled with the challenges of an unknown future, Cyndi was left with a question: Why had God allow this to happen to her? And furthermore, could she ever be whole again?</p>
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