An Incurable Disease
a Young Family
An Inspiring Legacy
Bedtime Stories for the Living is a heart-wrenching and raw memoir that confirms the power of storytelling.
Inspiring Lessons In Perseverance
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Bedtime Stories for the Living
Jay Armstrong had big dreams. Barely in the prime of life, the thirty-three-year-old husband and dad expected the doctor’s call to be no big deal. But after learning to his horror that a degenerative disease was carving a hole in his brain, he fought hard to make every second count and build a legacy for his kids.
Watching the hourglass slide toward empty, Jay rode an emotional roller coaster as he defied his prognosis and mystified doctors. And in the soul-searing task of recording himself for his children before it was too late, he learned how to savor each moment of vulnerability, laughter, and wild dream chasing.
In this collection of introspective tales, Jay recounts his journey through whatever fate threw at him. And as he weaves the story of his struggles, triumphs, and all the heartache in between, he demonstrates an impossible courage that will leave you teary-eyed and inspired. If you like brave narrators, witty observations, and lessons on finding the positive, then you’ll be moved by Jay Armstrong’s love letter to the future.
PRAISE FOR
Bedtime Stories for the Living
– Emma Megan, Readers’ Favorite Review
– Amanja Lambert, amanjareads.com
– Joseph Denelsbeck, elementary school principal and father of two sons
“I discover again and again that I’m stronger than my pain. I want you to remember you’re stronger than you realize, too. Don’t give up. Keep going. What do you have to lose?”
– Jay Armstrong
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Meet the author
In 2013, Jay Armstrong was diagnosed with diffuse cerebellar atrophy, an incurable brain disease. At the time of diagnosis, he was establishing himself as an endeared high school English teacher, a varsity soccer coach, and an above average dancer. However, the progressive disease forced Jay to reevaluate his life. Supported by his high school sweetheart turned wife and their three children, Jay retired from teaching in 2021 to pursue his dream of becoming an author. Now an award-winning author, Jay believes in the power of storytelling and through his writing, he strives to help others with similar conditions live better.
Jay also works as a devoted Ataxia Support Group Leader in Philadelphia with the National Ataxia Foundation, which is a group committed to providing educational and emotional support to patients enduring progressive brain diseases.
Jay is also passionate about Philly sports, soft pretzels, and Rocky Balboa. You can also visit Jay at his blog writeonfighton.org or at jayarmstrongwrites.com.
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