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By Maggie Bruehl

Suspended: Living With Dying

Creative Non-Fiction

Dreaded words are spoken daily as people are diagnosed with an incurable disease that will probably take their life. Suspended, they try to discern how to move ahead with hopes and dreams while putting affairs in order. Maggie walks with them through her journey, asking questions and giving perspective as one who has been there.

Author

Maggie Bruehl

Maggie Bruehl has lived far longer than expected with a rare form of incurable cancer. As she blogged about her experience, others sought her counsel and Suspended was born. She has authored Splash, Captured Moments in Time, TuneKids, and coauthored Leading a Child to Independence. She splits her time between Florida and a cabin in North Georgia. She loves being with her husband of fifty-four years, four children, five grandchildren, and her puppy, Kassie.

A New Normal

A New Normal

We’re not the same as we used to be.

Those of us living with a disease have the fantasy that the medical community can wave its magic wand, and we’ll be back to where we were or even better…

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A Simple Question?

A Simple Question?

“How Are You Doing?”

It’s such a simple question…until it is no longer simple.

People like me get caught up in the complexity. Trying to read the face of the asker, we wonder what they really want to know. A sliding scale from one to ten? Physically or emotionally? Generally or specifically?

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When Reality Sets In

When Reality Sets In

There is a moment between the adrenaline of diagnosis and the weariness of treatment when the reality of our disease sets in.

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Other Books

Splash: Captured Moments in Time

Capturing time through poetry, Maggie Bruehl invites you to come with her through reflections from the Bible and everyday life, where things as simple as cleaning silver or being stranded on the side of the road evoke poems. Life is reflected in relationships, and with distinct candor, Maggie exposes her own failures, inspiration, and joy.

The Tune Kids – The Adventure Begins

With story by Maggie Bruehl and 24-songs by Randy Ray, Tune Kids is a faith-based audio experience about 5 kids who took off for the adventure of a lifetime.

Leading a Child to Independence

Co-authored by Paul McKean, Jeannie McKean, and Maggie Bruehl – Leading a Child to independence is a faith-based self-help book for parents who are preparing thier children for independence.

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Raw and honest assessment of life and death’s harsh realities combine with poignant yet down-to-earth telling of the author’s own cancer battle story to produce a powerful, insightful, and practical guide to navigate the painful journey of terminal illness.

– Kristen Paris, Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Founder of Powered By Health, and Author of Beauty From Ashes

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Wow! This book is flooded with practical wisdom and raw emotion. Maggie comes alongside those dealing with life-threatening illnesses as a coach and mentor. Filled with truth and transparency, her own struggles and those of others help readers experience a community of friends who have rowed a few miles ahead in this unpredictable exploration.

– Tez Brooks – Writing coach, award-winning author of Debriefing: Meditations of Hope for Those Who Protect and Serve

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This book will provide you with a triple win: First, you will be moved by Maggie’s story. Second, you will be able to understand better the journey of your friends who are walking the same path. And third, you will be better prepared for when you walk through your final days. Last time I checked – none of us are getting out of here alive!

– Bob Tiede, Blogger @ LeadingWithQuestions.com, author of Great Leaders ASK Questions and Now That’s a Great Question

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If you have been given a life-altering diagnosis, you’ve picked up the right book! Maggie Bruehl understands the path you’re walking and the questions you’re asking right now—because she’s on the same journey herself. In this thoughtfully written and insightful book, Maggie will affirm what you’re feeling, share wise perspectives, and encourage you to embrace what matters most at this time in your life.

– Deborah Barr, author, Strength for the Cancer Journey: 30 Days of Inspiration, Encouragement, and Comfort

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I have walked with Maggie through the ups and downs of her cancer journey and know the perspectives in this book come through hardfought battles. I’m grateful she’s writing this so we can learn from her journey and pass it on to others.

– Andrea Buczynski, Global VP, Campus Crusade for Christ

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Everyone can relate to this book, whether it be a personal or loved one’s diagnosis. It touches on fear, regret, hope, and faith.

– Karen Selby, registered nurse, author, and Patient Advocate at The Mesothelioma Center

Contact Author

maggie.bruehl@gmail.com