With raw honesty and tender grace, Lisette paints vivid word-pictures of everyday moments transformed by a mother’s love. Each poem is a window into their shared world, reflecting the unbreakable bond between mother and daughter.
In this poignant and uplifting short story, Lisette invites readers to join her and her daughter Shannan on their recurring journey from Long Island to Manhattan for chemotherapy treatments. Far from a tale of hardship, “Memoirs of Shannan” is a celebration of the unbreakable bond between mother and daughter, and a testament to finding joy in unexpected places.
Through a combination of heartfelt prose and candid photographs, Lisette captures the essence of their shared experiences. Each trip becomes an adventure, transforming potentially daunting hospital visits into opportunities for connection, laughter, and creating lasting memories.