When Irene was born, her parents were advised to institutionalize her. They refused and instead became trailblazers in advocating for the rights of people with mental disabilities.
Contents
Lightning strikes twice -- I try to confess -- We find out the truth -- Childhood's end -- College and onward -- Tilting at windmills -- The spies who loved community -- Eviction is such an ugly word -- Shall we begin-- again? -- Travels with Mom -- Losses and tantrums (mine) -- Trying to get a life -- Family struggling please help -- Adventures in community life -- Confessions of a codependent -- Bowling with Irene -- Travels with Irene -- Friends, labels, and the future -- Letter to Irene -- With a big surprise ending.