An unbelievably candid tell-all about what life is actually like with a quadriplegic husband and young family. How do you survive a catastrophic injury? Imagine a wonderful carefree life. Then in a split second it is abruptly unrecognizable. How do you move forward? How do you reconcile KNOWING that your life will never, ever be the same? In this moving and brutally honest memoir, award-winning author Gail Desberg, discloses her experiences through two decades worth of medical crises after her husband suffers a devastating spinal cord injury. The hidden challenges managed by families and caregivers in the wake of a horrific accident are exposed as Gail is constantly faced with making unfathomable decisions, fielding insurance nightmares, and raising two children while navigating life-changing events. When Alex Kiejdan, a free-spirited father of two, decides to go body surfing at the Jersey shore, he has no idea that it will be the last time he has full control of his body. After a life altering accident, their young family is thrown into an alien world of medical emergencies, anxiety ridden insurance scenarios, life and death decisions, and family politics. Gail has to put her own needs aside in order to take care of their small children, support her quadriplegic husband, and try to create an awareness of the dangers that lie beyond the water's edge. These sacrifices come at a cost that only gradually reveals itself. If you are looking for a raw, non-sugar coated, well-written account of life after a catastrophic injury and how to move forward…this book is a must-read. "I could not believe anyone could live through so much heartbreak without cracking their reserve. Although the 'party' is far from over, there is light at the end of tunnel. They are true survivors in every sense." - Sarah N. Seldin, Amazon Reviewer "The author should be awarded a Medal of Honor for all of the beyond believable things she went through with courage not many can even understand. A must read-one of the best books I have ever read, and I read alot. Anyone with.a heart and some compassion will love this book and remember it for years to come." - Bella Felice, Amazon Reviewer "Gail Desberg tells us her story candidly and emotionally, drawing in the reader until we feel what she feels; we think what she thinks. It must have taken great courage to write a book that lays open raw memories and gives us insight as to what lies ahead. Brava" - Phil, Amazon Reviewer "I highly recommend this book to anyone who really wants to understand the challenges faced by both quadriplegic patients and their caretakers and loved ones...the author does not sugar-coat her experiences nor those of her husband who's personality at times could be a little challenging. I don't believe the author wanted to be seen as a hero nor as a victim but rather simply share what life was like. And she does...Recommended. Once you pick it up it's hard to put down." - sb-lynn, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer "FINALLY A TRUE STORY ABOUT LIVING WITH SPINAL CORD INJURY. Most people look at a quadriplegic or paraplegic & see someone who can't walk. They have no concept of the unseen challenges of these men & women and their caregivers must endure. This book is written with wit, love & sometimes anger by the wife of a quadriplegic...THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, GAIL, FOR WRITING THIS VERY IMPORTANT BOOK. IT IS A WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL MEMOIR!" - S. Bird, Amazon Reviewer Jumping The Curb is Gail Desberg's first book. She began her career as a copywriter at a top-ten New York ad agency in the 80's before moving to the Jersey shore area. There she worked as a freelancer, writing for the casinos in Atlantic City and refining her skills in the print market.