Finished Soul Surfer!

           I have finished Soul Surfer by Bethany Hamilton. After she gets bit by the shark and finds out that she lost her arm, she's angry and frustrated because she can't do the simple things that she used to be able to do. She's on the brink of giving up when she turns to God for answers. She finds herself going on a mission trip where she sees other people who are struggling with issues that are greater than her problems. She later decides that she wants to get back in the water. She's going to surf again! With God's encouragement and help from her family, she trains hard so that she will be able to compete at a surfing competition. She gets in fifth place at the regional event which is her first competition with one arm.

          I love that this book proves that you can't let any of your problems get in the way of what you really want to do. Just because you might have a disability, it doesn't mean you should let it get in the way of following your dreams. Life's a roller coaster and anything can happen. It's unpredictable and when something goes terribly wrong, know that it will get better and you can fix it. The theme of this book really touched me and I hope it moved you too.

        I would suggest this book to anyone looking for a good true story. It's a non-fiction story that really touches the heart. The fact that it's a true story, makes the story so much more emotionally powerful. If you are struggling with a problem in your life, I would suggest reading this book. It might give you advice on how to solve your problems or at least make them less painful. Go to the library and pick it up! Enjoy. :)

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