about The Author
About the Author
JOE MATTHEWS
Joe Matthews is a retired New York City firefighter whose life takes an unexpected turn when he undergoes bilateral knee replacement surgery. As Joe navigates the challenging road to recovery, he finds himself shaken by the turmoil of a horrific world event—the invasion of Ukraine by Russia in February 2022.
Fueled by a desire to make a difference in the face of adversity, Joe went on an inspiring journey: bicycling across America to raise funds for those affected by the crisis in Ukraine.
Joe Matthews cycling through California.
Joe Matthews at Ground Zero 9/11/2001
From the highs of overcoming physical challenges to the lows of battling anxiety and insomnia, Joe’s roller coaster ride captures the resilience of the human spirit. Through this journey, he discovers unexpected kindness in the generosity of strangers and the support of newfound friends.
This book will teach you:
– Life sometimes throws you a curveball. It is better to swing and miss than let it pass you by.
– It doesn’t matter how many times you fall as long as you try to get back up after falling.
– Overcoming adversity is one of the keys to success.
– Helping others helps yourself.
– Life is not a dress rehearsal. Live your dreams.
Travel alongside Joe as he traverses the United States, faces unpredictable weather, encounters stray dogs, and confronts logistical nightmares. Every purchase of this book contributes to Joe’s mission of giving back—profits will be divided among his six favorite charities:
- World Central Kitchen
- Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital
- Tunnel to Towers Foundation
- New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation
- Shriners Hospital for Children
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.