It tells the incredible story of Deb Gray, who has lived with being armless and having a height of 3’8” at maturity.
Deb, now 67, has become well known through extensive social and community involvement, along with considerable media coverage over many decades.
She has worked diligently, travelled both nationally and internationally, and advocated for the rights of individuals with disabilities, ensuring they can live lives with the same expectations as those in the general community.
Deb grew up in the Victorian coastal town of Lakes Entrance where she was strongly supported by her family, community and teachers, before moving to Melbourne to start training in a rehabilitation setting.
After developing a self-confident and outgoing personality, she moved from rehabilitation in the outer suburbs to a girls' hostel in the city centre and then into various units and shared houses.
She experienced a range of events, some positive and some negative.
Deb soon understood that each day is a new opportunity and approached life with that perspective.
She travelled the world, enjoyed adventures that many people would not have the courage to attack, fell in love, became a mother and grieved the loss of her parents and brothers.
She is now eagerly awaiting the birth of her first grandchild.
In early secondary years, Deb was at the same high school as Mr Baker, and in the 1980s they reconnected when running neighbouring businesses in Lakes Entrance.
When she was ready to have her life story published, Deb asked the Deniliquin author to work with her on the project.
The result is ‘A Simple Twist of Fate’; the story of an amazing woman who has overcome diversity like few others.
It is available from Deniliquin Newsagency and Bookstore, the Pastoral Times office, or direct from the author.
Further information about the book is available from Mr Baker on 0409 447 609.
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