Kick-Ass Kinda Girl

A Memoir of Life, Love, and Caregiving

De: Kathi Koll

Narrado por: Kathi Koll

Kathi Koll's acclaimed and award-winning memoir is both a love story and a survivor's tale in which Koll courageously unveils an unexpected life of joy, adventure, heartbreak, and even a little laughter as she shares the realities of being a full-time caregiver.

When her husband, Don, called on his way to the hospital, Kathi Koll had no idea how dramatically their lives would change or how her loving heart and indomitable spirit would fight it. From childhood, her life might have seemed charmed: play dates with Lucie Arnaz, real dates with a future TV idol, and a big brother engaged to film star Dolores Hart.

But behind the scenes, her role as a caregiver began early with a mother dying of cancer, a father battling alcoholism, and a brother diagnosed with a debilitating disease. But when Kathi found Don Koll - her "rock" - their joie de vivre and unstoppable moxie made everything feel possible. Until Don woke up "locked in" after a catastrophic stroke.

With raw honesty and refreshing humor, Kathi shares the realities of a life in uncharted territory as a full-time caregiver, from turning her home into an ICU to trying to regain a couple's intimacy. Her ability to share sorrows while laughing at herself helped her find a "new normal" where she and Don could live each day to its fullest.

Koll's journey is a powerfully moving tale of resilience and inspiration at the best of times and under the worst of circumstances.

"Koll's compassionately told stories inspire and uplift." (Publishers Weekly)

©2018 Kathi Koll (P)2019 Kathi Koll

Also a love story…

This book was a very pleasant read. I really liked the author reading her own book. Every person has their own journey and own story. It was nice to get a peek into someone else’s life and how they handled the situation. I am a certified death doula here in OC where I volunteer for hospice. One thing I provide is respite. It’s nice to know how much the family appreciates it. Thank you, Kathi for your book. You are definitely getting brownie points in heaven for the care you gave to both Don’s. I HOPE to find a love like you had with your hubby Don. A true love story till the end.

Beautifully honest and memorable

A book that stays with you long after you finish. Thank you Kathi for sharing and finding a way to give the gift of hope to so many by sharing your story.