The Butterfly Anchor

A former Olympic swimmer, who once basked in the glory of gold medals, is diagnosed with ALS. Overwhelmed by the frightening prospect of losing his independence, he hesitantly hires an unconventional, spirited young woman to be his full-time caregiver. As their unexpected bond deepens, they realize that both have endured traumatic experiences at the hands of family members and others, preventing them from moving on. Confronted with life-changing choices and an uncontrollable timeline, can these unlikely companions find solace in confronting their painful pasts while embracing the present and future in the limited time they have left?

Authors: 
Darrin J. Friedman