Best Foot Forward

Best Foot Forward: How a Broken Bone Changed My Life Forever

It all started with one misstep. One nasty trip-and-fall incident the day before her son's wedding, and Miriam Hendeles's life would never be the same again. It's never fun to break an ankle. But worse than that is when that broken ankle refuses to heal, and complications begin to set in—complications that you never dreamed you'd have to deal with... Best Foot Forward relates the medical roller-coaster ride Mrs. Hendeles had to endure for an entire year-plus, due to a complicated break. But more than the actual details of that ride, the book illustrates the higher road a person can choose to take when confronting any challenge in his or her life: the road that includes acceptance; learning to relinquish control to Hashem; discovering coping tools; and appreciating the many gifts life has to offer. A popular writer and music therapist, Miriam Hendeles is best known for her witty and pithy observations on life. In Best Foot Forward, she leads her readers on a journey through her frightening yet uplifting experience, with her trademark warmth and humor. You will find this book to be both an engrossing and thought-provoking read.

Reviews and Testimonials:

"A STEADY GLOW" - FROM JEWISH HOME, LOS ANGELELS PERIODICAL
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I read this book over the weekend...The book was such a lesson to be thankful for each and every step we take. Every ordinary day is such a gift. It was so uplifting.
S.S.

The author had such a great attitude and grattitude during and after going through so much...the detailed descriptions made me feel like I was on that journey right along with her...
L.Y.

Author made a broken foot so interesting...actually built suspense so I would end one chapter and want to read the next to find out what happens. Describes the emotional roller coaster...shared your struggles and growth as a resultof it and turned it into a life lesson....even the small and medium challenges can seem unsurmountable.
B.F.

A compelling true story of one woman's ability to face adversity and turn it around....the author shares her husband's great dedication during a most challenging period of her life, as well as the supportie words of wisdom she recalls from her beloved father....it's a page turner! I could not put it down...well written with clarity and exquisite detail, creating strong visual images.
J.Z.

Miriam Hendeles takes us along on her journey from an ankle break to a breakthrough with vulnerability, honesty, and personal growth. Serious complications, a family member's final illness, and a wedding provide a backdrop for expression of emotions and pushing through with faith, perseverance, and positivity. Her voice is always direct and ...humorous.
F.H.