by Fran Rybarik (Author)
The man she loved for forty years died with no warning. Reeling from the shock of finding his body, Fran Rybarik never imagined the unusual path her life would take, starting with her sons' belief that their dad's adventures weren't over. Ten years, 41,000 miles and 27 film canisters of David's ashes later, she chronicles the effects of her husband's post-life travels with an ever-growing community of family and friends. As David's adventures continue, Fran learns to remember him with joy, and eventually she begins to pursue her own pilgrimages. This is not a "how to grieve in a year" book, but rather an inspirational story of loss without letting go. Using snippets of grief theory from her bereavement background, along with poetry, honesty and humor, Fran weaves her parallel journey of healing within the stories of Travels with David.
Author Biography
Fran Rybarik became a writer in 2004, following careers as a nurse educator and a mom. She has been published in regional magazines, anthologies, e-zines, newsletters and health education materials. Fran never thought she would write a book, but when she began sharing the stories created by David's ashes, people said, "You should write a book. It would help others who are grieving, too." She spends her free time traveling, hiking, kayaking and being with family and friends. Travels with David is her first book. You can reach her at franny363@gmail.com